型 紙(かたがみ)

かたがみ

noun

pattern; template (sewing)

1. pattern; template (sewing/craft)

A paper template used as a guide for cutting fabric when making clothes or other sewn items.

I cut the fabric following the pattern.

この本(ほん)には型紙(かたがみ)が付(つ)いている。

This book comes with patterns included.

I made my own pattern and sewed a dress.

型(かた) (form/mold) + 紙(かみ)→がみ (paper)

Note: 紙(かみ) becomes 紙(がみ) (rendaku) in this compound.

Used in sewing, dressmaking, and craft projects. Professional patterns often come in standard sizes.

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Added 2026.1.19 13:35 · Revised 2026.10.7 3:23

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