Translation guide
How to express the idea of a 'check pattern' (a pattern of squares, like a checkerboard or plaid) in Japanese.
Describing a pattern of squares, such as on fabric, paper, or a surface.
The most common and versatile term for a check pattern, used for clothing, textiles, and designs. 'チェック' comes from English 'check', and '柄' means pattern.
He is wearing a check-patterned shirt.
Specifically a pattern of alternating colored squares, like a chessboard.
A pattern of intersecting horizontal and vertical bands in multiple colors, typical of Scottish tartans.
This skirt has a cute check pattern.
Literally 'lattice pattern', this is a more traditional or formal term for a check or grid pattern. Often used in technical or design contexts.
I chose a check-patterned wallpaper.
Short for 'check pattern', often used in fashion contexts. Can be ambiguous as it also means 'check' in other senses.
Check patterns are trendy this year.
Traditional Japanese term for a checkerboard pattern, often seen in kimono, architecture, and design. It consists of alternating squares, typically in two colors.
This kimono has a checkerboard pattern.
Directly from English 'checkerboard', used in modern contexts like fashion or graphic design.
I want checkerboard-pattern sneakers.
The standard term for tartan or plaid patterns, commonly used in fashion.
She is wearing a tartan scarf.
A more traditional term for a plaid or check pattern, literally 'lattice stripe'. Can refer to various check patterns including tartan.
I made a bag with plaid fabric.