襅 (bì) - A type of apron or decorative cloth worn
襅 · bì
A type of apron or decorative cloth worn over traditional Japanese clothing, especially by women in certain roles or ceremonies.
A type of apron or decorative cloth worn
Usage highlights
Japanese aprondecorative clothtraditional attireceremonial wearmiko's bibstage costume
Synonyms
- 前垂れ— apron, bib (Japanese)
Usage & contexts
Examples
- She wore a formal kimono with a decorative bib (襅).
- The miko's attire included a white襅 over her red hakama.
- This type of襅 is often seen in traditional performances.
Collocations
- Japanese apron(襅)
- decorative cloth(襅)
- traditional attire(襅)
- ceremonial wear(襅)
- miko's bib(巫女の襅)
- stage costume(襅)
Cultural background
FAQ- Primarily used in the context of Japanese traditional clothing, not Chinese.
- Often associated with Shinto shrine maidens (miko) and certain formal kimono styles.
- Represents a specific element of Japanese cultural dress rather than Chinese.