NichiDict

上前

うわまえ
[uwamae]

Meanings

1.Noun

part of the fabric that is wrapped farthest from the skin when wearing a garment that is wrapped in front of one (such as a kimono)

2.Noun

percentage; commission

Examples

着物の上前を整えた。

I adjusted the outer fold of the kimono.

上前がきちんと重なっていない。

The outer fold doesn't overlap properly.

上前の合わせ方を教わった。

I learned how to fold the front panels.