Translation guide
A dyeing technique where fabric is folded, twisted, or tied to create patterns. In Japanese, the general term is 絞り染め (shiborizome), but specific methods have distinct names. The English loanword タイダイ (taidai) is also used, especially for Western-style colorful designs.
Referring to the overall method of resist-dyeing by binding fabric.
The standard Japanese term for tie-dye or resist-dyeing by binding, folding, or stitching. Covers many traditional techniques.
このスカーフは絞り染めで作られています。
This scarf is made using tie-dye.
Loanword from English, often used for Western-style colorful tie-dye, especially in fashion.
タイダイのTシャツを着ている。
I'm wearing a tie-dye T-shirt.
Referring to specific Japanese resist-dyeing techniques with distinct patterns.
Short for 絞り染め, often used in traditional contexts. Can refer to the technique or the resulting pattern.
京都で絞りの体験をしました。
I tried shibori (tie-dye) in Kyoto.
A specific shibori technique producing a pattern resembling fawn spots. Often seen on high-quality kimono fabric.
Describing the act of making tie-dye or participating in it as a hobby.
Combines the loanword タイダイ with 染め (dyeing). Common in DIY contexts.
週末に友達とタイダイ染めをした。
I did tie-dye with friends over the weekend.
Verb phrase meaning 'to do tie-dye' using the traditional term.
子供たちと絞り染めをするのが好きです。
I like doing tie-dye with my kids.
絞り染め (shiborizome) is the traditional Japanese term encompassing many resist-dyeing techniques, often associated with kimono and crafts. タイダイ (taidai) is a loanword that typically refers to the colorful, Western-style tie-dye popularized in the 1960s. Use 絞り染め for traditional or general contexts, and タイダイ for modern fashion or DIY projects.
伝統的な絞り染めの技法を学びたい。
I want to learn traditional shibori techniques.
タイダイのパーカーが欲しい。
I want a tie-dye hoodie.
この着物は鹿の子絞りで染められています。
This kimono is dyed with the kanoko shibori technique.