clothing

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: The on readings of 衣 are い and え, and its kun reading is ころも. It has 6 strokes and relates to clothing or garments.
• Basic usage: 衣 is read ころも, and 衣服 is read いふく.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• 衣 and 衣服
  • 衣 means clothing or batter.
  • 像は白い衣をまとっている。 means “The statue is dressed in white clothing.”
  • 衣服 means clothing or garments.
  • 季節に合った衣服を選ぶと快適に過ごせる。 means “Choosing clothing suited to the season helps you stay comfortable.”