Translation guide
Describes a V-shaped pattern, mark, or insignia, often used in heraldry, military rank, road markings, or decorative designs.
The general concept of a V-shaped line, stripe, or design element.
Literally 'mountain shape', this is the most common and neutral term for a V-shaped or chevron pattern in various contexts.
その布には山形の模様が入っている。
The fabric has a chevron pattern.
Means 'V-shaped', often used for physical shapes or formations, like a flock of birds or a road marking.
道路にV字型の標示がある。
There is a V-shaped marking on the road.
A traditional Japanese pattern resembling arrow notches, often seen in textiles. It is a specific type of chevron design.
着物に矢筈模様が使われている。
The kimono features a chevron pattern.
A V-shaped stripe or badge indicating rank, especially on uniforms.
General term for rank insignia, which may include chevrons. Use this when referring to the badge itself.
彼の制服の袖には階級章が付いている。
His uniform sleeve has rank insignia.
Specifically 'chevron-shaped rank insignia'. Use this to be precise about the shape.
軍曹は山形の階級章を付けている。
The sergeant wears chevron insignia.
A chevron used in coats of arms or family crests.
A heraldic term for a chevron-shaped crest or emblem.
その家の紋章には山形紋が描かれている。
The family crest features a chevron.
The loanword 'chevron', used in heraldry or design contexts. Understandable but less common than native terms.
シェブロンは紋章学でよく使われる。
The chevron is often used in heraldry.
A V-shaped marking on the road, often indicating a change in direction or a hazard.
Describes a V-shaped road marking. Often used for chevron alignment signs.
カーブの手前にV字型の道路標示がある。
There is a chevron road marking before the curve.
General term for arrow markings, which may include chevron-style arrows on roads.
車線減少を知らせる矢印標示がある。
There are arrow markings indicating a lane reduction.
The English word 'chevron' is sometimes used as シェブロン in Japanese, especially in fashion or design. However, 山形 is more natural in everyday contexts.