ダマスク
damasuku
The English word damask is expressed in Japanese as ダマスク (damasuku).
Meaning: fabric (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is damasuku.
Did you know?
- In Japan, ダマスク is most commonly associated with ダマスクローズ (Damask rose), a specific fragrance used in high-end cosmetics and perfumes.
- The word is written in katakana because it is an imported concept, whereas native Japanese fabrics like 'nishiki' use kanji.
- While ダマスク refers to the fabric, the Japanese word for a floral pattern inspired by these textiles is often 唐草 (karakusa), which refers to 'Chinese grass' or scrolling vines.
Examples in context
- 私はダマスク柄のカーテンが好きです。I like damask-patterned curtains.
- このドレスはダマスクの生地で作られています。This dress is made of damask fabric.
- ダマスクの生地はとても高級感があります。Damasuku no kiji wa totemo kōkyūkan ga arimasu.Damask fabric has a very high-end feel.
- ダマスク模様のカーテンを選びました。Damasuku moyō no kāten o erabimashita.I chose damask pattern curtains.
Example conversation
Kenta and Misaki are looking at fabric samples in a shop.
- 美咲 Misaki健太さん、このダマスクはどう思いますか？Kenta-san, kono damasuku wa dō omoimasu ka?Kenta, what do you think of this damask?
- 健太 Kenta質感がとてもいいですね。Shitsukan ga totemo ii desu ne.The texture is very nice.
- 美咲 Misaki椅子に使うのにぴったりだと思います。Isu ni tsukau noni pittari da to omoimasu.I think it's perfect for using on a chair.
- 健太 Kenta賛成です。これを買いましょう。Sansei desu. Kore o kaimashō.I agree. Let's buy this one.
