Translation guide
The English word 'carpet' refers to a floor covering, typically wall-to-wall, or a thick rug. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is カーペット, but other words like 絨毯 (じゅうたん) are used depending on context. This guide helps learners choose the right term and use it naturally.
Referring to a carpet that covers the entire floor or a large area, often fixed in place.
The most common and versatile word for 'carpet' in modern Japanese. It can refer to wall-to-wall carpeting or large rugs. Used in homes, offices, and hotels.
リビングに新しいカーペットを敷いた。
I put a new carpet in the living room.
このホテルの廊下はカーペットが敷いてある。
The corridors of this hotel are carpeted.
Often translated as 'carpet' or 'rug'. Traditionally refers to thicker, woven carpets, especially oriental or Persian rugs. Can also be used for wall-to-wall carpet, but カーペット is more common in modern contexts.
床に厚い絨毯が敷いてある。
A thick carpet is laid on the floor.
ペルシャ絨毯はとても高価だ。
Persian carpets are very expensive.
Referring to a smaller floor covering, often movable, like a rug or mat.
Borrowed from English 'rug'. Used for smaller, decorative rugs that do not cover the entire floor. Common in interior design contexts.
ソファの前にラグを敷いた。
I put a rug in front of the sofa.
Used for functional mats like bath mats, door mats, or exercise mats. Not typically used for decorative carpets.
Describing something as being covered with carpet or made of carpet material.
Means 'carpeted' or 'carpet flooring'. Used to describe rooms or areas that have wall-to-wall carpet.
この部屋はカーペット敷きです。
This room is carpeted.
Similar to カーペット敷き but using 絨毯. Slightly more formal or traditional feel.
絨毯敷きの廊下は足音がしない。
The carpeted hallway muffles footsteps.
Using 'carpet' metaphorically to describe a thick covering of something, like leaves or snow.
カーペット is the most general term for carpet, including wall-to-wall. 絨毯 often implies a thicker, woven carpet, sometimes with traditional patterns. ラグ is a smaller, movable rug. In modern homes, カーペット and ラグ are common; 絨毯 may sound more luxurious or old-fashioned.
For small functional mats like bath mats or door mats, use マット, not カーペット. カーペット implies a larger floor covering.
カーペットに掃除機をかける必要がある。
The carpet needs vacuuming.
リビングにペルシャ絨毯があります。
We have a Persian carpet in the living room.
部屋に新しいラグを買った。
I bought a new rug for my room.
Please put a mat at the entrance.