ピアス

ピアス comes from English 'pierce' and has a specific meaning in Japanese that differs from English usage.

Important distinction

• ピアス: Earrings for pierced ears / the piercing itself
• イヤリング: Clip-on earrings (no piercing)

In English, 'earring' is the general term, but in Japanese, these are distinct categories.

Common collocations

• ピアスをつける (to put on earrings)
• ピアスを開(あ)ける (to get ears pierced)
• ピアスの穴(あな) (piercing hole)
• ピアスを外(はず)す (to remove earrings)

Cultural note

Many Japanese schools and workplaces prohibit or restrict ピアス. Some people get their ears pierced at 皮膚科(ひふか) (dermatology clinic) for safety.