Japanese word

アクセサリー

Pronunciation

Romajiakusesarī

Meaning

  • nounaccessory

Example

このアクセサリーはかわいいです。ko no a ku se sa rī wa ka wa i i de su

This accessory is cute.

Illustration for アクセサリー (accessory)

More examples

誕生日にアクセサリーを贈りました。tan jō hi ni a ku se sa rī o oku ri ma shi ta

I gave an accessory as a birthday gift.

Core concept

It adds a finishing detail to a person, outfit, or object rather than being the main item.

Common phrases

  • アクセサリーを買うa ku se sa rī o ka u

    buy an accessory

  • アクセサリーをつけるa ku se sa rī o tsu ke ru

    wear an accessory

Similar words

装身具sōshingu: An item worn on the body for decoration, such as jewelry.
服飾品fukushokuhin: An item added to clothing or an outfit for decoration or style.
小物komono: A small item, such as a bag or belt, used to complete an outfit.

Definition in Japanese

身に着けたり身の回りに添えたりして、装いを引き立てる装飾品。mi ni tsu ke ta ri mi no mawa ri ni so e ta ri shi te yosō i o hi ki ta te ru sō shoku hin

Word origin

アクセサリー (akusesarī) is a loanword from English accessory, which ultimately comes from Latin accessorius, meaning "additional" or "supplementary."

Usage tips

  • In everyday English, accessory covers not only jewelry but also items such as bags, belts, and scarves that complete an outfit.

Other meanings

  • jewelrynoun

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