Translation guide
Describes a deep, rich shade of purple. In Japanese, this is most commonly expressed with the word 濃い紫 (koi murasaki), but there are also traditional color names and descriptive phrases.
To describe something as a dark shade of purple in everyday conversation.
The most straightforward and common way to say 'dark purple'. 濃い means 'dark' or 'deep' in color context.
彼女は濃い紫のドレスを着ていた。
She was wearing a dark purple dress.
What is this dark purple flower?
A more technical or formal term, literally 'dark purple color'. Often used in written descriptions or product specifications.
暗紫色の斑点が葉に現れた。
Dark purple spots appeared on the leaves.
Literally 'deep purple'. Used in traditional contexts, such as describing kimono colors or in poetic language.
深紫の着物が美しい。
The deep purple kimono is beautiful.
To refer to specific traditional shades of dark purple, often used in art, fashion, or cultural contexts.
A traditional dark purple with a slightly reddish tone, reminiscent of ancient dyes. Used in kimono and traditional crafts.
この帯は古代紫で染められています。
This obi is dyed in ancient purple.
Refers to a genuine, deep purple traditionally made from the gromwell plant. Often used in high-end textiles.
本紫の糸は非常に高価です。
Genuine purple thread is very expensive.
A bluish dark purple that was popular in the Edo period. Often associated with ukiyo-e and traditional patterns.
江戸紫の暖簾がかかっている。
An Edo purple shop curtain is hanging.