風邪
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Base noun form. Refers to the common cold or influenza. Often used in health contexts, e.g., 『風邪をひいた』 (kaze o hiita, 'I caught a cold').
Theme
At work, User and their colleague Ken are chatting during a break about health and recent illnesses.
風邪
かぜ
cold, flu
Everyday Life & SurvivalHealth & Body
Memory Hook
Think of catching a cold from a drafty wind. 『風邪』 (kaze, 'cold') sounds like 'kaze' for wind — as if the wind gave you a cold!
Cultural Note
In Japan, it's common to say 『風邪をひく』 (kaze o hiku, 'to catch a cold') when someone is sick. People often wear masks to prevent spreading colds, especially during flu season.
Forms
Base: 風邪Base noun form. Refers to the common cold or influenza. Often used in health contexts, e.g., 『風邪をひいた』 (kaze o hiita, 'I caught a cold').