Translation guide
Describes something that has lines, folds, or wrinkles, often from being pressed or folded. Covers fabric, paper, skin, and metaphorical uses.
Describing clothes, fabric, or textiles that are wrinkled or have fold lines, often from being stored or worn.
Common word for something crumpled or full of wrinkles, often used for clothes or paper.
This shirt is all creased, isn't it?
Literally 'full of wrinkles', emphasizes a lot of creases.
My suit ended up all creased.
Specifically means there is a fold line or crease, often from being folded.
This paper is creased so I can't use it.
Describing paper, cardboard, or similar materials that have been folded and show a line.
Describing skin that has lines from aging, expression, or temporary pressure.
Describing a flaw, complication, or unexpected problem, like 'a crease in the plan'.
しわ usually implies unwanted wrinkles. For intentional creases (like a crease in trousers), use 折り目 (おりめ) or プリーツ (pleats).
The book page got creased.
ちょっとした問題が起きた。
A small crease came up.