Kimono
/kiหmoส.noส/noun
A traditional Japanese garment characterized by long sleeves and a wrap-around style.
Did you know?In ancient Japan, the colors and patterns of a kimono were imbued with meanings, often indicating the wearer's social status and even their mood or fortune!
Etymological Timeline
Old Japanese
Japanese
็็ฉ (kimono)
โA 'thing to wear', derived from the verb 'to wear'.โ
Early 1900s
English
kimono
โIntroduced to Western culture, retaining its original Japanese meaning.โ
Late 19th Century
Japanese
็็ฉ (kimono)
โBecame associated specifically with traditional clothing, evolving in style and significance.โ
Modern Era
Japanese
็็ฉ (kimono)
โSymbol of cultural heritage and identity in Japan, celebrated in festivals and ceremonies.โ