Translation guide
A decorative frill or collar, especially in historical or theatrical clothing, or a bird's neck feathers.
ruff (collar)
ruff (bird feathers)
A stiff, pleated collar worn in the 16th–17th centuries, or a similar frill on clothing.
The standard term for a historical ruff collar. Literally 'pleated collar'.
He wore a ruff with his Elizabethan costume.
Loanword from English 'ruff', used in fashion or costume contexts.
This dress has a ruff attached.
General term for a frilled collar, not necessarily historical. 'Frill collar'.
The blouse features a ruff collar.
A ring of feathers or fur around the neck of a bird or animal.
A thick ruff of fur around the neck of certain dog breeds or animals.
The English word 'ruff' has no single direct equivalent in Japanese. The translation depends heavily on context: historical clothing, bird anatomy, or animal fur. Using the wrong term can cause confusion.
The bird has a white ruff around its neck.
ライオンは立派なたてがみを持っている。
The lion has a magnificent ruff (mane).