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JLPT:N3
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1

A pattern or design appearing on fabric, paper, clothing, etc.; for example, the pattern on a shirt or wallpaper.

NounNoun (Suffix)

Examples

このシャツは柄が派手だね。

This shirt has a loud/flashy pattern.

着物の柄に季節感を取り入れることが多い。

Kimono patterns often incorporate seasonal motifs.

壁紙の柄を淡い色に変えたら部屋が広く見えた。

When I changed the wallpaper pattern to a pale color, the room looked bigger.

2

Physique or body build — referring to someone's physical shape or frame.

Noun

Examples

彼はがっしりした柄をしている。

He has a solid/heavyset build.

モデルのようなすらっとした柄だ。

She has a slender, model-like figure.

3

The essential qualities, character, or nature of a person or thing (used in phrases like 'good/bad character').

NounNoun (Suffix)

Examples

あの人は柄がいいから、周りから信頼されている。

That person has good character, so they are trusted by others.

柄の悪い連中には近づかないほうがいい。

It's better not to get close to people of bad character.

4

Used as a suffix to indicate suitability or a characteristic of something (e.g., 'childish pattern' meaning a design suited for children).

Noun (Suffix)

Examples

これは子ども柄のパジャマだから派手な色合いが多い。

These are children's-pattern pajamas, so they often have bright colors.

年配向けの柄の洋服を選ぶと落ち着いた印象になる。

Choosing clothing with patterns aimed at older people gives a calmer impression.

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