Translation guide
The English word 'arabesque' has two main uses: a ballet position and an ornamental design. This guide covers how to express both in Japanese.
A ballet pose where the dancer stands on one leg with the other leg extended behind.
The standard loanword used in ballet contexts. It is widely understood among dancers and ballet enthusiasts.
She performed a beautiful arabesque.
Literally 'arabesque pose'. Used when clarifying the position, especially for non-dancers.
Please take the arabesque pose.
A decorative pattern of intertwined flowing lines, often with leaves, flowers, or geometric shapes, found in art and architecture.
The loanword is also used for the ornamental design, especially in art and design contexts.
This wallpaper uses an arabesque pattern.
A traditional Japanese term for a scrolling vine or arabesque pattern. Often used in historical or cultural contexts.
The pottery is decorated with an arabesque pattern.
A more formal term combining the loanword with 文様 (pattern). Used in art history or academic writing.
The arabesque patterns in Islamic architecture are geometric.