In our recent blog of "Peculiarities of the Japanese language," we had mentioned one point that you all were curious to know in detail.
So here we are today to give you the information about the various verbs for wearing different things.
Kaburu:
We wear the cap, hat, or helmet on our heads. When mentioning these things, we have to use the verb "Kaburu". For instance, if one wants to say that "I am wearing a black cap". In Japanese, it can be said like
私は黒い帽子をかぶっています。
“Watashi wa kuroi boushi o kabutte imasu.”
Kiru:
You all must be knowing that traditional Japanese dress is referred to as Kimono. During festivals or marriage ceremonies, this traditional attire is worn. However, at workplaces or otherwise, the common attire is western style- Shirt, coat, suit, trouser & skirt etc.
When one wants to use the verb "kiru" it only includes the things that we wear above the waist. To give one simple example, if one wants to say that he is wearing a white shirt- he may say that
私は白いシャツを着ます。
"Watashi wa shiroi shatsu o kimasu."
Japanese people can use this verb when wearing the traditional Japanese outfit- Kimono. Since the kimono is long, it covers the full body. Hence when talking about the outfit that is a one-piece, we have to use the verb Kiru. But, this verb cannot be used for trousers or skirts etc.
Haku:
Since western attire is now widely used in Japan, Japanese people use the "Haku '' verb, when they want to say that they are wearing the trouser, skirts. In addition to this we can use this verb for footwear
(hakimono 履物) like shoes, slippers, sandals & socks etc.
Example- 妹はスカートを履きます。
“Imouto wa sukaato o hakimasu.”
Younger sister is wearing a skirt.
Kakeru:
This verb in Japanese has a lot of meanings used in various kinds of situations.
When we talk about wearing glasses in Japanese, the Kakeru verb is used. めがねをかける “Megane o Kakeru” or when talking about the sunglasses we can say サンガラスをかける “Sangarasu o kakeru”
Even for wearing a medal, kakeru can be used.
メダルをかける “Medaru o kakeru.”
Maku:
For the things that we wear/roll around our neck, like a muffler or scarf, we can use the verb Maku.
If you are wearing a muffler around your neck during the winter season, we can say that -
私はマフラーを巻いています。
“watashi wa mafuraa o maite imasu.”
Hameru:
Before learning Japanese, no one could have imagined this unique thing about the Japanese language that talks about wearing even the finger ring. To put on the ring is used with the verb "Hameru".
The Finger ring is known as "Yubiwa". The word Yubiwa consists of "Yubi" - finger & "Wa" - ring.
私は若い頃から指輪をはめています。
“Watashi wa wakai koro kara yubiwa o hamete imasu.”
I have been wearing a finger ring since I was young.
Shimeru:
For fastening or tightening the necktie or belt, the "Shimeru" verb is used in the Japanese language.
At workplaces, where we have to wear a necktie, you can use this specific verb.
For instance -
社長は赤いネクタイを締めています。
“Shachou wa akai nekutai o shimete imasu.”
Company president is wearing a red necktie.
Tsukeru:
Things like jewellery & perfumes have become now a part of everyday life. It is necessary to know the verb for these things. Tsukeru verb portrays the idea of wearing different kinds of accessories, makeup, perfume & so on.
香水をつける
“Kousui o tsukeru”
To wear perfume.
ネックレスをつける
“Nekkuresu o tsukeru”
To wear a necklace.
Suru:
This is a verb that makes things simpler while communicating in Japanese.
We can use this verb for things like watches, gloves & many other accessories. Though there are specific verbs for each thing, using the verb "Suru" is considered normal.
Wearing gloves can be said like 手袋をしています。
“Tebukuro o shite imasu.”
And wearing wrist watch is 腕時計をしています。
“Udedeokei o shite imasu.”
Kigaeru:
This verb is made up of the two verbs separately. Kiru + Kaeru
(着る kiru = to wear )
(替える kaeru - to change)
The kanji depicts the meaning of changing clothes - 着替える (Kigaeru)
To give one example here,
私はパーティーに行くために着替えをしようと思います。
“Watashi wa paati ni iku tame ni kigae o shiyou to omoimasu.”
I am thinking of changing clothes for the party.
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