アクセサリー

• Reading: アクセサリー
• Romaji: akusesarii
• Pronunciation: /a.kɯ.se.sa.ɾiː/

Meaning

Accessory; jewellery. Decorative items worn on the body such as necklaces, rings, and earrings.

A loanword from English 'accessory,' used in Japanese primarily for personal adornments and fashion accessories. It covers a broad range from earrings and bracelets to hair clips. In Japanese, it does not typically refer to phone or car accessories, which use different terms.

Examples

1. 誕生日にアクセサリーをもらいました。 I received accessories for my birthday.
2. この店はかわいいアクセサリーがたくさんあります。 This store has lots of cute accessories.
3. 旅行のお土産にアクセサリーを買った。 I bought accessories as a souvenir from my trip.

Usage Guide

Context: fashion, shopping, gifts

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Borrowed from English 'accessory.' The word entered Japanese through the fashion industry and became a standard katakana loanword.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: Young adults

Social background: Universal