ひげ
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Noun referring to facial hair on the chin, cheeks, or upper lip. Used in phrases like 『ひげを生やす』 (hige o hayasu, 'to grow a beard').
Theme
User and their friend Taro are at a bar in Osaka, talking about personal grooming and style.
ひげ
ひげ
beard
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Imagine a wise old man stroking his long, gray beard. The word 『ひげ』 (hige, 'beard') sounds like 'he-gay'—think of 'he' with a beard!
Cultural Note
In Japan, beards are less common than in some Western cultures and can be associated with maturity, wisdom, or non-conformity. In business settings, a clean-shaven face is often preferred.
Forms
Base: ひげNoun referring to facial hair on the chin, cheeks, or upper lip. Used in phrases like 『ひげを生やす』 (hige o hayasu, 'to grow a beard').