How to say "mirror" in Japanese
Choosing the right word
- 鏡かがみnounThe ordinary word for a mirror as a physical object, such as one used for checking your appearance. This is the default choice in most everyday contexts.
- nounThe loanword for mirror, common for mirrors on cars and motorcycles and in technical or commercial settings. For a household looking-glass, 鏡 is usually the word you want.
Use 鏡 for an actual mirror, the physical object you look into; 「ミラー」 is the loanword, typically for mirrors on vehicles or in technical contexts.
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