Meaning
To put on different clothes.
Cultural Background
Changing clothes is a ritual of transition from the outside world to the home. Students often change into gym clothes (taikufuku) for PE class. Some jobs require changing into a uniform (seifuku) upon arrival. In traditional inns (ryokan), guests change into yukata.
Context is key
You don't always need to say 'fuku'. If you are in your room, just saying 'kigaeru' is enough.
Meaning
To put on different clothes.
Context is key
You don't always need to say 'fuku'. If you are in your room, just saying 'kigaeru' is enough.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct verb.
{家|うち}に{帰|かえ}ったら、{服|ふく}を______。
When returning home, you change your clothes, not just put them on or take them off.
Which sentence is natural?
Choose the most natural way to say 'I will change clothes.'
{着替|きが}える is the specific verb for changing clothes.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercises{家|うち}に{帰|かえ}ったら、{服|ふく}を______。
When returning home, you change your clothes, not just put them on or take them off.
Choose the most natural way to say 'I will change clothes.'
{着替|きが}える is the specific verb for changing clothes.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, for shoes you use {履|は}き{替|か}える.
Related Phrases
{着|き}る
builds onto wear
{脱|ぬ}ぐ
contrastto take off
{更衣室|こういしつ}
specialized formchanging room
