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綾錦 (あやにしき) Japanese meaning | Kotomora

綾あや錦にしき

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Meanings

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noun

twill damask and brocade

Refers to luxurious woven fabrics combining twill damask (綾) and brocade (錦) patterns. Used in historical, artistic, or kimono contexts.

この着き物ものは綾あや錦にしきで仕し立たてられている。
This kimono is made of twill damask and brocade.

Kanji

綾design, figured cloth, twill
錦brocade, fine dress, honors

Etymology

Compound of 綾 (aya, 'twill weave' or 'figured pattern') and 錦 (nishiki, 'brocade'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the term has long referred to high-quality patterned silk fabrics.