English–Japanese

“tuck” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiage

Example

子どもの着物の上げを直します。ko do mo no ki mono no a ge o nao shi ma su

I fix the tuck in the child's kimono.

Illustration for 上げ (tuck)

How to say “tuck” in Japanese

“Tuck” in Japanese is 上げ (age).

Centers on taking up extra fabric in a garment and holding it in a fold to control its length.

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

Example sentences with 上げ

成長した子どもの着物の上げをほどきます。sei chō shi ta ko do mo no ki mono no a ge o ho do ki ma su

I undo the tuck in the kimono as the child grows.

Tips for using 上げ

  • Descriptions of children's kimono often mention an 上げ (age) because the folded fabric can be let out when the child's body becomes larger.

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