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hairline; the edge where hair begins to grow
The boundary line on the forehead or nape where hair growth starts. Most commonly refers to the front hairline on the forehead.
A compound of 生え (growing, sprouting — the stem of 生える) and 際 (edge, boundary). Refers to the line where hair starts growing, most commonly the forehead hairline.
Usage
Often discussed in the context of hair loss or receding hairlines, a topic of considerable concern in Japanese culture. Also used in hairstyling and beauty contexts when discussing bangs, sideburns, or nape hair.
Common collocations
- 生え際が後退する — the hairline recedes
- 生え際が気になる — to be concerned about one's hairline
- 生え際を隠す — to hide one's hairline
- 襟足の生え際 — the hairline at the nape