WORD DETAIL
姫
ひめ
Examples
Included kanji
Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure: Written
姫and readひめ, it denotes a princess or a cherished noble young woman. - Basic usage: It appears in traditional tales and affectionate titles.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Not a neutral modern address
- The word marks rank or endearment and may sound stylized when used for an ordinary adult woman.

