Translation guide
Describes a thin, delicate, or high-quality thread. In Japanese, the translation depends on whether you mean physically thin, of high quality, or a specific type of thread.
Referring to a thread that is physically thin, slender, or delicate.
The most common and natural way to say 'fine thread' when emphasizing thinness. 細い means 'thin' or 'slender', and 糸 means 'thread'.
この細い糸はすぐに切れてしまう。
This fine thread breaks easily.
Referring to thread of excellent quality, often used in sewing or textiles.
Means 'high-quality thread'. 上質 means 'fine' in the sense of superior quality.
このスーツは上質な糸で仕立てられている。
This suit is tailored with fine thread.
Referring to specialized thin threads used in crafts, sewing, or industrial contexts.
A compound word meaning 'fine thread' or 'thin yarn'. Often used in textile or craft contexts.
細糸を使ってレースを編む。
I knit lace using fine thread.
Means 'luxury thread' or 'high-grade thread'. Often used for expensive or premium materials.
高級な糸を使った刺繍は美しい。
Embroidery using fine thread is beautiful.
Silk thread, which is naturally fine and delicate. Commonly used in high-end sewing and embroidery.
絹糸で縫うと仕上がりが美しい。
Sewing with silk thread gives a beautiful finish.
Sewing machine thread, often fine and strong. The term itself doesn't mean 'fine', but in context it can refer to fine thread for machines.
細いミシン糸を買ってきてください。
Please buy some fine sewing machine thread.
Lace thread, which is very fine and used for making lace. A specific craft term.
このレース糸はとても細い。
This lace thread is very fine.