1.
to throw on, to drape over one's shoulders, to wear loosely
To put on an outer garment casually, draping it over the shoulders without buttoning or fastening it properly. Implies a quick, informal action rather than careful dressing.
カーディガンを羽織る。
To throw on a cardigan.
寒くなったので上着を羽織った。
It got cold, so I threw on a jacket.
肩にブランケットを羽織って、ソファで映画を見た。
I draped a blanket over my shoulders and watched a movie on the sofa.
CONJUGATION:
Godan verb (五段動詞), る-ending.
- Negative: 羽織らない
- Polite: 羽織ります
- Te-form: 羽織って
- Past: 羽織った
USAGE:
Used specifically for outer garments or coverings worn loosely over the shoulders. Not used for putting on pants, shoes, or tightly fitted clothing. The related noun 羽織 is a traditional Japanese jacket worn over a kimono.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 上着を羽織る: to throw on a jacket
- コートを羽織る: to throw on a coat
- 肩に羽織る: to drape over one's shoulders