衣替え

ころもがえ
Alternative writings: 更衣, 衣更え
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1

The seasonal change of clothing; switching garments according to the season (often done at schools or workplaces).

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Examples

学校は四月に衣替えを行い、夏服に切り替える。

The school has a seasonal change of clothing in April and switches to summer uniforms.

会社の規則で十月は制服の衣替えの時期だ。

According to company rules, October is the time for the uniform seasonal change.

暑くなったのでコートをしまって衣替えをした。

It got hot, so I put away my coat and changed my wardrobe for the season.

2

A makeover or redesign; giving something a fresh look (e.g., redecorating a room or redesigning a website).

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Examples

この春、店舗の衣替えをして内装をモダンにした。

This spring the store had a makeover and its interior was made modern.

会社のコーポレートサイトを衣替えして使いやすくした。

We revamped the company's corporate website to make it easier to use.

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