This is the 9513th most frequent Japanese word.


Purple.


Used as an adjective referring to the color purple.

その花は紫色をしていて、とても美しい。

That flower has a purple color and is very beautiful.


Used as a noun representing the concept of the color purple.

日本の伝統文化では、紫は高貴さを象徴しています。

In traditional Japanese culture, purple symbolizes nobility.


Used as part of a compound word referring to a specific name.

紫陽花という名前の花は、紫の色合いを見せることがあります。

The flower named 'Ajisai' (hydrangea) can sometimes show shades of purple.