Tenderness

Proverbs

Date’s Light Clothing: Japanese Proverb Meaning

Original Japanese: 伊達の薄着 (Date no usugi)Literal meaning: Date's light clothingCultural context: This proverb refers to w...
Proverbs

Wrap Needle In Silk Floss: Japanese Proverb Meaning

Original Japanese: 真綿に針を包む (Mawata ni hari wo tsutsumu)Literal meaning: Wrap needle in silk flossCultural context: This ...
Proverbs

Silk Floss Strangles Neck: Japanese Proverb Meaning

Original Japanese: 真綿で首を締める (Mawata de kubi wo shimeru)Literal meaning: Silk floss strangles neckCultural context: This ...
Proverbs

Old Woman Heart: Japanese Proverb Meaning

Original Japanese: 老婆心 (Roubanshin)Literal meaning: Old woman heartCultural context: This proverb draws on the tradition...