Category: CulturePart of speech: nounDifficulty: Common

着物

/kimono/Roman

English meaning: Kimono

Japanese Definition

(日本語)

着物とは、帯で固定するT字型の日本の伝統的衣服で、結婚式・茶道・祭り・成人式などの改まった場に着用される。着物の布地は、何世紀もかけて発展した日本の絹の織り・染め・刺繍の芸術性を示している。

English Definition

The traditional Japanese garment, a T-shaped robe tied with an obi belt, worn on formal occasions such as weddings, tea ceremonies, festivals, and Coming-of-Age Day. Kimono fabrics showcase the artistry of Japanese silk weaving, dyeing, and embroidery techniques developed over centuries.

Example

着物は日本の伝統的な民族衣装で、特別な行事に着用されます。

In English: Kimono is Japan's traditional national dress, worn on special occasions.

Synonyms

  • 和服
  • 和装

Antonyms / Opposites

  • 洋服
  • 西洋衣服

Literary Heritage

物のあはれを知るこそ、文の心なれ

/Mono no aware wo shiru koso, fumi no kokoro nare/

To know the pathos of things is indeed the heart of literature.

Murasaki Shikibu · Novelist and Lady-in-Waiting · 11th century CE

Genji Monogatari (The Tale of Genji)

Genji Monogatari, Chapter on Hotaru (Fireflies), 11th century CE

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