白
shiro
Translations
1.
white
2.
castle
Notes
In Japanese, 'shiro' can mean 'white' when referring to the color, and 'castle' when referring to a building. The context determines the meaning. White is often associated with purity and peace in Japanese culture.
Tags
#color
#symbolism
#architecture
Examples
白い犬が走っている。
Shiroi inu ga hashitte iru.
A white dog is running.
白い雪が降っている。
Shiroi yuki ga futte iru.
White snow is falling.
白は平和の象徴です。
Shiro wa heiwa no shōchō desu.
White is a symbol of peace.