Translation guide
Clothing worn in spring, typically lighter than winter wear but not as light as summer clothing. In Japanese, this is often expressed with specific compound words or descriptive phrases.
Clothing suitable for the spring season in general.
The most common and direct term for spring clothing. Used in everyday conversation and shopping contexts.
I need to get my spring clothes out soon.
What spring clothes should I buy this year?
Literally 'spring things clothing'. Slightly more descriptive, often used when distinguishing from other seasonal items.
Spring clothing is on sale.
Clothing intended for spring. Often used in marketing or when describing the purpose of the clothing.
I'm looking for clothes for spring.
A light jacket or coat specifically for spring weather.
A coordinated set of clothing for spring, often implying a stylish or complete look.
A somewhat literary or elegant way to say 'spring attire'. Used in fashion magazines or poetic descriptions.
Her spring attire was very gorgeous.
Spring coordination/outfit. Common in casual fashion talk, especially among younger people.
Your spring outfit today is cute.
Japanese has specific words for seasonal clothing: 春服 (spring), 夏服 (summer), 秋服 (autumn), 冬服 (winter). These are very common and useful for everyday conversation.
Loanword from English 'spring coat'. Used in fashion contexts, but less common than 春コート.
New spring coats have arrived.