前掛(まえか)け

まえかけ
noun
apron (traditional Japanese style)
clothingculture
1. apron (traditional Japanese style)
A traditional Japanese-style apron that covers the front of the body, typically made of thick cotton or denim. Associated with sake breweries, soba shops, and traditional crafts. Distinct from the Western-style apron (エプロン).
前掛(まえか)けを締(し)めた。
I put on an apron.
職人(しょくにん)が前掛(まえか)けをして働(はたら)いている。
The craftsman is working wearing an apron.
酒蔵(さかぐら)の名前(なまえ)が入(はい)った前掛(まえか)けは、今(いま)ではおしゃれなグッズとして人気(にんき)がある。
Aprons printed with sake brewery names are now popular as stylish merchandise.

Composed of 前(まえ) (front) and 掛(か)け (hanging, covering). A traditional Japanese work apron, typically a heavy cloth that hangs from the waist and covers the front of the legs. Originally functional workwear for tradespeople and brewers, they have become collectible items and fashion accessories.

Common collocations

Similar words

  • エプロン: apron — the Western-style apron that covers the chest; the standard everyday term for kitchen aprons
  • 割烹着(かっぽうぎ): cooking smock — a long-sleeved garment covering the torso, traditionally worn by women in the kitchen

Related Words

Compare: エプロン (apron)
Compare: 割烹着(かっぽうぎ) (cooking smock)
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