Japanese word

身なり

Pronunciation

Romajiminari

Meaning

  • nounattire

Example

面接では、身なりが大切です。men setsu de wa mi na ri ga tai setsu de su

Attire is important in interviews.

Illustration for 身なり (attire)

More examples

初対面では、身なりで好印象を与えることがあります。hatsu tai men de wa mi na ri de kō in shō o ata e ru ko to ga a ri ma su

Your appearance can create a good impression when you first meet someone.

Core concept

Refers to the way a person presents their body through clothing, hair, and other visible details.

Common phrases

  • 身なりを整えるmi na ri o totono e ru

    make oneself presentable

  • 身なりがよいmi na ri ga yo i

    be well dressed

  • 身なりを気にするmi na ri o ki ni su ru

    care about one's appearance

Similar words

身だしなみmidashinami: The care taken with clothing, hair, and cleanliness to look neat.
服装fukusō: The clothes worn on the body, including their style and condition.
装いyosōi: The clothing and personal details chosen to create a particular appearance.

Definition in Japanese

人の衣服や髪形など、外見に表れる装い。hito no i fuku ya kami gata na do gai ken ni arawa re ru yosō i

Word origin

The native Japanese word 身なり (minari) combines 身 (mi, "body") with なり (nari, "form or appearance"), describing the form presented by the body.

Usage tips

  • Unlike English attire, this term can include a person's hairstyle and overall grooming as well as clothing, so it often describes a complete outward presentation.

Other meanings

  • appearancenoun

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