点滴

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 点滴 is read てんてき.
• Basic usage: It refers to an intravenous drip or the procedure of administering fluid gradually.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Receiving the procedure
  • 点滴を受ける means receiving an intravenous drip.
• Referring to the equipment
  • 点滴の器具 refers to equipment used for an intravenous drip.