体裁
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Noun referring to outward appearance, style, or social decency. Often used in contexts like 『体裁を保つ』 (teisai o tamotsu, 'maintain appearances').
Theme

At a local café, User and their friend Yoshiko discuss the dress code for an upcoming formal event they're both attending.

体裁

ていさい

decency / style / form / appearance

Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs

Memory Hook

Think of 'style' or 'appearance' as the 'tea ceremony' where everything must look proper. 'Tea ceremony' → 『体裁』 (teisai, 'decency / Style / Appearance').

Cultural Note

In Japanese society, maintaining 『体裁』 (teisai, 'decency / Style / Appearance') is important for social harmony, often referring to outward appearances or proper conduct in public settings.

Forms

Base: 体裁Noun referring to outward appearance, style, or social decency. Often used in contexts like 『体裁を保つ』 (teisai o tamotsu, 'maintain appearances').