絹

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: The native Japanese noun 絹 (きぬ) denotes silk thread or material made from it.
• Basic usage: It marks material in 絹の布 and can be contrasted with another fiber when discussing texture.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Silk as material and fabric
  • Unlike raw silk thread, it broadly covers the material and finished fabric.