Obi

Pronunciation: /oʊ.bi/

Definitions of obi

noun a sash worn with a Japanese kimono

Example Sentences

A1 I tied my kimono with an obi.

A2 The obi on her yukata was beautifully embroidered.

B1 She struggled to fasten the obi around her waist.

B2 The obi she wore with her traditional dress was made of silk.

C1 The intricate design of the obi showcased the craftsmanship of the artisan.

C2 Her collection of antique obi was highly sought after by collectors.

Examples of obi in a Sentence

formal The traditional Japanese kimono is often accessorized with an obi.

informal I love how the obi adds a pop of color to the outfit.

slang Check out this cool obi I found at the thrift store!

figurative The obi symbolizes the bond between the bride and groom in a Japanese wedding ceremony.

Grammatical Forms of obi

• past tense: obeyed
• plural: obis
• comparative: more obi
• superlative: most obi
• present tense: obeys
• future tense: will obey
• perfect tense: has obeyed
• continuous tense: is obeying
• singular: obi
• positive degree: very obi
• infinitive: to obey
• gerund: obeying
• participle: obeyed

Origin and Evolution of obi

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Yoruba

Story behind the word: The word 'obi' originated from the Yoruba language in West Africa.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a sash or belt worn with traditional African attire, the term 'obi' later came to be associated with a wide belt worn with a kimono in Japanese culture.