English–Japanese
“hem” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajisuso
Example
スカートの裾が長いです。su kā to no suso ga naga i de su
The skirt's hem is long.
How to say “hem” in Japanese
“Hem” in Japanese is 裾 (suso).
Describes the edge or extending end of cloth where a garment finishes or hangs down.
Example sentences with 裾
このズボンは裾を少し折ると、動きやすくなります。ko no zu bo n wa suso o suko shi o ru to ugo ki ya su ku na ri ma su
These pants are easier to move in when you fold the hem up a little.
Tips for using 裾
- English speakers may call a garment's lower edge a hem but use train when that part extends behind a long dress or robe.