Translation guide
A necktie is a long piece of cloth worn around the neck, typically by men, as part of formal or business attire. In Japanese, the most common word is ネクタイ, a loanword from English. There are also native terms for specific traditional or formal neckwear.
The typical long, narrow piece of cloth worn around the neck with a shirt, usually by men in business or formal settings.
The most common and general word for 'necktie'. It is a loanword from English and used in all contexts.
He is wearing a blue necktie.
I bought a new necktie for tomorrow's interview.
A common abbreviation of ネクタイ. Used in casual conversation and compound words.
That tie is nice.
My tie pin came off.
A necktie-like item worn with traditional Japanese clothing, such as a kimono.
A more formal or decorative necktie, such as a cravat or ascot tie, often worn with morning dress or formal suits.
ネクタイ is the full word and is slightly more formal. タイ is a common abbreviation used in casual speech and compound words like タイピン (tie pin) or タイ止め (tie clip). Both are widely understood.
to put on a necktie
to put on a tie (casual)
寒いので首巻きをした。
I wore a neck wrap because it was cold.
He wore a cravat to the ball.