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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).
前掛けを締めた。
I put on an apron.
職人が前掛けをして働いている。
The craftsman is working wearing an apron.
酒蔵の名前が入った前掛けは、今ではおしゃれなグッズとして人気がある。
Aprons printed with sake brewery names are now popular as stylish merchandise.
Composed of 前 (front) and 掛け (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:
- 前掛けをする: to wear an apron
- 前掛けを締める: to tie on an apron
- 酒蔵の前掛け: sake brewery apron
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: cooking smock — a long-sleeved garment covering the torso, traditionally worn by women in the kitchen