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Noun form for the color white. Used alone or with 『色』 (iro, 'color') as 『白色』 (shiroiro, 'white color').
Theme

At an art supply store, User and their friend Mika are choosing paint colors for a project. Mika points out a color swatch.

しろ

white (noun)

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Memory Hook

Imagine a blank sheet of paper or snow — pure and white. Think 'shiro' sounds like 'sheer' white light shining brightly.

Cultural Note

In Japan, white symbolizes purity, innocence, and new beginnings, often used in weddings and ceremonies. It's also common in traditional clothing like 『白無垢』 (shiromuku, 'white kimono') for brides.

Forms

Base: 白Noun form for the color white. Used alone or with 『色』 (iro, 'color') as 『白色』 (shiroiro, 'white color').