首飾り・頸飾り|くびかざりkubikazari[3]nakadaka (mid-high)
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- nounnecklace; choker
- SynonymネックレスNeutralLoanword for a necklace and the most common word in everyday use; 「首飾り」 is the native term, with a traditional or elegant feel.
- Related首輪くびわNeutralChiefly a collar for animals, especially pets such as dogs and cats; it does not usually refer to jewelry the way 「首飾り」 does.
「首飾り」 is the native term for a necklace and sounds traditional or elegant; everyday speech prefers 「ネックレス」. For a pet's collar, use 「首輪」.
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