Translation guide
Describes a person's untidy appearance, especially messy hair or clothes. Japanese has several nuanced expressions depending on what is messy and the degree of disorder.
Describing hair that is uncombed, sticking out, or generally untidy.
Specifically refers to bedhead or hair messed up from sleeping. Very common and natural.
Describing clothing that is wrinkled, untucked, or generally untidy, or a person's overall sloppy look.
Extending the concept to messy rooms or spaces, though 'disheveled' is less common for this in English. Included for learners who might overextend the word.
Standard verb for a room or place being messy, cluttered. Not typically used for personal appearance.
Use for spaces, not for hair or clothes. For personal appearance, use other options.
The English word 'disheveled' is often translated as 乱れた (みだれた), but this can sound unnatural if used alone. It's better to use specific phrases like 寝癖 for bedhead or 服装が乱れている for messy clothes.
When I woke up, my hair was really messy.
General phrase for disheveled hair, not necessarily from sleeping. Can be used in various contexts.
My hair got messed up from the wind.
Onomatopoeic word for bushy, unkempt hair. Often used for thick or dry hair that is sticking out.
His hair is always disheveled.
Before the interview, I checked that my clothes weren't disheveled.
Adjective meaning slovenly, untidy, or sloppy. Can describe a person's appearance or habits.
He came to work looking disheveled.
Specifically means wrinkled or crumpled, often used for clothes. Implies a lack of care.
Your suit is all wrinkled; it looks unsightly.
Your room is messy, so clean it up.