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How do you say "kimono" in Chinese?
和服
hé fú
In Chinese, "kimono" is 和服.
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Pronunciation
Say 'huh FOO'. The first syllable rises in pitch, while the second sits flat and high.
Writing and usage
Both characters are common. The first one (和) has 8 strokes and depicts harmony or peace. The second (服) has 10 strokes and relates to wearing or serving.
Example sentence
我穿着和服参加文化节。
I wore a kimono to the cultural festival.
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How to remember 和服
Hé fú literally means 'harmony clothes' - think of how kimonos represent a harmonious blend of Japanese tradition and style.
Related words
- bra 胸罩 xiōng zhào
- cap 棒球帽 bàng qiú mào
- coat 大衣 dà yī
- collar 领子 lǐng zi
- dress 裙子 qún zi
- shorts 短裤 duǎn kù
- skirt 半裙 bàn qún
- underwear 内衣 nèi yī
- zipper 拉链 lā liàn
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Questions about 和服
How do you say "kimono" in Chinese?
In Chinese, "kimono" is 和服. It is a noun.
How is 和服 written in Chinese?
Both characters are common. The first one (和) has 8 strokes and depicts harmony or peace. The second (服) has 10 strokes and relates to wearing or serving.
How is 和服 used in a sentence?
Use 和服 as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: 我穿着和服参加文化节。 (I wore a kimono to the cultural festival.).
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