Translation guide
The inner layer of clothing, bags, or containers. In Japanese, the word depends on the item and context. Common terms include 裏地 (uraji) for garment lining, 裏 (ura) for the reverse side or inner surface, and 内張り (uchibari) for lining of bags, cases, or vehicles.
The inner fabric layer of a coat, jacket, skirt, etc.
The standard term for lining fabric in clothing. Used when talking about the material or the fact that a garment is lined.
このコートは裏地が付いています。
This coat has a lining.
裏地にシルクを使っています。
We use silk for the lining.
Means 'reverse side' or 'inside'. Can refer to the lining in casual contexts, but is broader. Often used in compound words like 裏付き (lined).
Alone, 裏 simply means 'back' or 'other side'. Use 裏地 for clarity when discussing garment lining.
このジャケットは裏が付いています。
This jacket is lined.
The inner covering or protective layer inside a bag, suitcase, car interior, etc.
Refers to interior lining or upholstery, especially for bags, suitcases, car interiors, or walls. Implies a fitted inner covering.
バッグの内張りが破れました。
The lining of my bag tore.
車の天井の内張りを張り替えたい。
I want to replace the car's headliner (roof lining).
Can also be used for bag lining when it is fabric, similar to clothing.
The layer of cells covering an organ or body cavity.
Means 'mucous membrane' or 'mucosa'. Used for the lining of the stomach, intestines, etc.
胃の粘膜が荒れています。
The stomach lining is irritated.
Means 'inner membrane' or 'intima'. Used for lining of blood vessels or uterus.
A protective or insulating layer applied to the inside of a pipe, tank, or furnace.
Loanword from English, used in technical/industrial contexts for lining applied to pipes, tanks, etc.
配管にライニングを施す。
Apply a lining to the pipes.
Also used for industrial lining, especially when it involves sheets or panels.
裏地 (uraji) is specifically fabric lining for clothing or fabric bags. 内張り (uchibari) is a fitted inner covering for rigid items like bags, cases, or car interiors. 裏 (ura) is the general word for 'back' or 'inside' and is less precise.
While 裏 (ura) can mean the inside of clothing, it is ambiguous. Use 裏地 (uraji) to clearly refer to the lining fabric.
The lining of this bag is waterproof.
The uterine lining is thickening.
炉の内張りを耐火レンガで行う。
Line the furnace with firebricks.