パラソル
Meanings
1
parasol; sunshade; beach umbrella
Refers to a large umbrella-like shade, typically fixed to the ground or a stand, used outdoors at beaches, gardens, or cafés. Distinct from a hand-held umbrella (傘).
Colorful parasols are lined up on the beach.
I set up a parasol in the garden and read a book in the shade.
Usage patterns
- パラソルを立てるto set up a parasol
We set up a parasol on the beach to make some shade.
- パラソルの下で〈動詞〉to do something under a parasol
I read a book under the parasol.
- パラソルを閉じるto close/fold up a parasol
Since the wind picked up, we closed the parasol.