English–Japanese
“decoration” in Japanese
How to say “decoration” in Japanese
“Decoration” in Japanese is 装飾 (sōshoku).
Refers to added visual features that give an object or space a more attractive or distinctive appearance.
Example sentences with 装飾
この皿は装飾よりも使いやすさを重視しています。ko no sara wa sō shoku yo ri mo tsuka i ya su sa o jū shi shi te i ma su
This plate prioritizes ease of use over decoration.
Tips for using 装飾
- English uses decoration for festive items such as holiday decorations as well as for design features, whereas 装飾 (sōshoku) often describes the visual treatment of an object or space.
Other Japanese words for “decoration”
これは部屋の飾りです。ko re wa heya no kaza ri de su
This is a decoration for the room.
誕生日ケーキのデコレーションをします。tan jō nichi kē ki no de ko rē sho n o shi ma su
I decorate the birthday cake.