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Noun referring to the lips. Used in contexts like describing facial features or health. Example: 『唇が乾いている』 (kuchibiru ga kawaite iru, 'lips are dry').
Theme

Two friends, Mika and User, are shopping for cosmetics at a department store. Mika notices User looking at lip products and starts a conversation about lip care.

くちびる

lip

Everyday Life & SurvivalHealth & Body

Memory Hook

Imagine a 'kiss' on the lips — the word 『唇』 (kuchibiru, 'lip') sounds like 'kuchi' (mouth) and 'biru' (building), but think of 'kuchi-biru' as 'mouth building' where lips are the entrance!

Cultural Note

In Japanese culture, lips are often associated with expressions of emotion and communication. Phrases like 『唇を噛む』 (kuchibiru o kamu, 'to bite one's lip') indicate frustration or holding back words.

Forms

Base: 唇Noun referring to the lips. Used in contexts like describing facial features or health. Example: 『唇が乾いている』 (kuchibiru ga kawaite iru, 'lips are dry').