Translation guide
The inner layer of clothing, bags, or containers. In Japanese, the word depends on the item and context. Common terms include 裏地 (uraji) for garment lining, 裏 (ura) for the reverse side or inner surface, and 内張り (uchibari) for lining of bags, cases, or vehicles.
The inner fabric layer of a coat, jacket, skirt, etc.
The standard term for lining fabric in clothing. Used when talking about the material or the fact that a garment is lined.
This coat has a lining.
We use silk for the lining.
Means 'reverse side' or 'inside'. Can refer to the lining in casual contexts, but is broader. Often used in compound words like 裏付き (lined).
Alone, 裏 simply means 'back' or 'other side'. Use 裏地 for clarity when discussing garment lining.
This jacket is lined.
The inner covering or protective layer inside a bag, suitcase, car interior, etc.
Refers to interior lining or upholstery, especially for bags, suitcases, car interiors, or walls. Implies a fitted inner covering.
The lining of my bag tore.
Can also be used for bag lining when it is fabric, similar to clothing.
The layer of cells covering an organ or body cavity.
A protective or insulating layer applied to the inside of a pipe, tank, or furnace.
裏地 (uraji) is specifically fabric lining for clothing or fabric bags. 内張り (uchibari) is a fitted inner covering for rigid items like bags, cases, or car interiors. 裏 (ura) is the general word for 'back' or 'inside' and is less precise.
While 裏 (ura) can mean the inside of clothing, it is ambiguous. Use 裏地 (uraji) to clearly refer to the lining fabric.
I want to replace the car's headliner (roof lining).
The lining of this bag is waterproof.
The uterine lining is thickening.
炉の内張りを耐火レンガで行う。
Line the furnace with firebricks.