
KANJI
襟
collar
lapel, neckband, front opening
Kun'yomi
えり
On'yomi
きん
Example sentences
肌寒い日には、ジャケットの襟を立てて風を防いだ。
On chilly days, I stood up the collar of my jacket to block the wind.
重要な会議に臨む際は、常に襟を正し、真剣な態度で挑むべきだ。
When attending an important meeting, one should always compose oneself and approach it with a serious attitude.
このシャツは襟元が広く開いているデザインで、涼しげな印象を与える。
This shirt has a wide-open neckline design, giving a cool and refreshing impression.
Practice exercises
1
襟
Answer
collarlapelneckband
2
襟
Answer
えりきん
3
襟元
collar (area), neck (area)
Answer
えりもと
4
襟足
nape of the neck (hair)
Answer
えりあし
5
襟合わせ
overlapping of collars (on a kimono)
Answer
えりあわせ
6
襟章
lapel badge, collar insignia
Answer
きんしょう