身支度

• Reading: みじたく
• Romaji: mijitaku
• Kanji breakdown: 身 (mi) — body, oneself; 支度 (shitaku) — preparation, readiness
• Pronunciation: /mi.d͡ʑi.ta.kɯ/

Meaning

Getting dressed and groomed; preparing oneself; the full process of readying one's appearance before going out.

A noun (often used with する or 整える) referring to the complete act of preparing one's appearance — dressing, grooming, and readying oneself for the day or a particular occasion. 身支度を整える (to complete one's preparations) implies a deliberate, composed process. The word carries a sense of care and self-presentation.

Examples

1. 面接の朝は早起きして、丁寧に身支度を整えた。 On the morning of the interview, I woke up early and took care getting myself ready.
2. 子供たちが自分で身支度できるようになると、朝がずいぶん楽になる。 Once the children are able to get themselves ready on their own, mornings become considerably easier.
3. 出かける前の身支度に時間がかかる夫を、玄関で毎朝待っている。 Every morning I wait by the front door for my husband, who takes a long time getting ready before we head out.

Usage Guide

Context: daily routine, personal care, clothing, morning routine

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 身 (mi, body/self) and 支度 (shitaku, preparation). Together they denote the preparation of one's own person — distinct from preparing objects or surroundings.

Cultural Context

Era: Traditional–Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal