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衣
clothing · garment · robe
N3On: いKun: ころも、ぎ
Memory Aid
This kanji clearly depicts a flowing robe or garment. The top part looks like a collar, the sides like sleeves, and the bottom like the hem of a dress.
'イ (I)' — Think of the letter 'I' standing tall, wearing a simple piece of CLOTHING.
Vocabulary
衣服いふくclothing, clothes
上着うわぎjacket, coat
浴衣ゆかたyukata (casual summer kimono)
下着したぎunderwear
衣食住いしょくじゅうnecessities of life (food, clothing, and shelter)
Example Sentences
彼は新しい衣服を買いました。
He bought new clothes.
寒いので上着を着てください。
Please wear a jacket because it's cold.
夏祭りには浴衣を着ます。
I wear a yukata to summer festivals.
季節の変わり目に衣替えをします。
We change clothes for the season.