麻
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Base noun form. Refers to the hemp plant or its fibers. Used in compounds like 『麻布』 (asabukuro, 'hemp bag') or 『大麻』 (taima, 'cannabis').
Theme
User and their friend Haruka are discussing sustainable materials for clothing at a craft fair.
麻
あさ
hemp
Nature & EnvironmentPlants
Memory Hook
Imagine a plant with fibers used to make rope or fabric. 'Hemp' sounds like 'hemp' in English, and in Japanese, it's 『麻』 (asa, 'hemp'). Think of 'as a' plant — 'as a' hemp plant!
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『麻』 (asa, 'hemp') has historical significance, used traditionally for clothing, ropes, and in Shinto rituals. It's also associated with summer festivals like 『麻の葉模様』 (asa no ha moyō, 'hemp leaf pattern') in kimono designs.
Forms
Base: 麻Base noun form. Refers to the hemp plant or its fibers. Used in compounds like 『麻布』 (asabukuro, 'hemp bag') or 『大麻』 (taima, 'cannabis').