This is the 5063rd most frequent Japanese word.


Hem; edge; lower part.


Here, '裾' is used to refer to the lower part or edge of clothing, specifically the hem of a dress.

彼女のドレスの裾が床に長く広がっていました。

The hem of her dress was long and spread out across the floor.


In this sentence, '裾' is utilized figuratively to denote the lower parts or foothills of a mountain.

山の裾にある村は景色がとても美しいです。

The village at the foot of the mountain has very beautiful scenery.


Here, '裾' describes the edge or border area of an object, applied to a table.

テーブルの裾を拭いてください。

Please wipe the edge of the table.