1.
pattern, design, decorative motif
A decorative pattern or design, especially one used in traditional arts, textiles, ceramics, or architecture. Often refers to established, named patterns with cultural significance.
着物の文様が美しい。
The pattern on the kimono is beautiful.
この文様は江戸時代から伝わるものだ。
This design has been passed down since the Edo period.
日本の伝統的な文様には、自然をモチーフにしたものが多い。
Many traditional Japanese patterns are based on motifs from nature.
USAGE:
文様 is used for decorative patterns, especially in traditional crafts and arts. It often implies an established or named pattern type, in contrast to the more general 模様, which can refer to any pattern or even figurative situations.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 幾何学文様: geometric pattern
- 伝統文様: traditional pattern
- 文様を描く: to draw a pattern
- 唐草文様: arabesque pattern
- 文様を施す: to apply a design