Translation guide
The part of a chair or seat that supports your arm. In Japanese, the most common word is 肘掛け (ひじかけ), but there are also specific terms for armrests in vehicles, sofas, and wheelchairs.
The padded or hard part on the side of a seat where you rest your arm.
The standard word for armrest on chairs, sofas, and seats. Literally 'elbow rest'.
The armrests on this chair are adjustable.
I was listening with my elbow on the armrest.
Loanword from English, used in product descriptions or when referring to adjustable office chair armrests.
Adjust the height of the armrest.
The foldable or fixed armrest between or beside seats in vehicles.
The side support on a wheelchair where the user rests their arms.
A standalone padded support for your arm, often used on desks or while using a computer.
Refers to a separate cushion or gel pad for arm support, often for ergonomic use.
Place an armrest pad on the desk and use it.
Raise the airplane armrest.
車椅子の肘掛けに手を置く。
Place your hands on the wheelchair armrests.