low fence; low wall
Refers to a low fence or wall, often found in traditional Japanese gardens or architecture. The term is somewhat literary or specialized.
We put a low fence around the garden.
古い屋敷の姫垣には苔が生えていた。
Moss grew on the low wall of the old mansion.
垣根 is a general term for a hedge or fence, while 姫垣 specifically refers to a low fence or wall.
塀 is a taller wall or fence, often made of wood or concrete, whereas 姫垣 is a low fence.
Standard kanji spelling for this term.
Alternate kanji spelling; 女 (woman) + 墻 (wall). Rarely used.
Alternate kanji spelling; 姫 (princess) + 墻 (wall). Rarely used.
The term combines 姫 (princess, or something small/delicate) with 垣 (fence). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but it likely refers to a small or decorative fence.