Translation guide
A bolo tie is a Western-style neckwear consisting of a cord with decorative tips and an ornamental clasp. In Japanese, it is usually referred to by the loanword ボロタイ, but descriptive phrases are also used.
Referring to the bolo tie as a fashion accessory or piece of clothing.
The standard loanword for 'bolo tie'. Widely understood, especially in fashion contexts.
彼はボロタイを締めている。
He is wearing a bolo tie.
あの店で素敵なボロタイを見つけた。
I found a nice bolo tie at that store.
Alternative spelling with a middle dot, sometimes used in written materials.
ボロ・タイは西部劇でよく見られる。
Bolo ties are often seen in Western movies.
A less common compound with ネクタイ (necktie). Might be used to clarify it's a type of necktie.
ボロネクタイは独特なアクセサリーだ。
A bolo tie is a unique accessory.
Descriptive phrase: 'string necktie with a clasp'. Used when explaining what a bolo tie is to someone unfamiliar with the term.
それは留め具付きの紐ネクタイで、ボロタイとも呼ばれる。
That's a string necktie with a clasp, also called a bolo tie.
ボロタイ is the most direct and common way to refer to a bolo tie. It is understood by most Japanese speakers, especially those interested in fashion or Western culture. If you need to explain it, you can use the descriptive phrase 留め具付きの紐ネクタイ.
彼はパーティーにボロタイを着けていった。
He wore a bolo tie to the party.
銀のボロタイを買った。
I bought a silver bolo tie.