English–Japanese

“lipstick” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajikuchibeni

Example

出かける前に口紅を塗ります。de ka ke ru mae ni kuchi beni o nu ri ma su

I put on lipstick before going out.

Illustration for 口紅 (lipstick)

How to say “lipstick” in Japanese

“Lipstick” in Japanese is 口紅 (kuchibeni).

Lipstick centers on changing the visible color and finish of the lips as part of facial makeup.

Full entry for 口紅: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 口紅

食事の後で、鏡を見ながら口紅を直します。shoku ji no ato de kagami o mi na ga ra kuchi beni o nao shi ma su

After a meal, I touch up my lipstick while looking in the mirror.

Tips for using 口紅

  • In English, lipstick is usually uncountable for the cosmetic, while a lipstick can mean one product or tube.

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