白菊
Meanings
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white chrysanthemum
Refers specifically to a chrysanthemum with white petals, often associated with funerals, mourning, or purity in Japanese culture.
I brought white chrysanthemums to visit the grave.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉に白菊を供えるto offer white chrysanthemums (at a grave, altar, etc.)
I offered white chrysanthemums at the grave.
- 白菊の花束a bouquet of white chrysanthemums
A bouquet of white chrysanthemums was displayed on the altar.