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Key Phrases

るい・びとん

rui bito n

Louis Vuitton

しゃれる

shareru

Chanel

でぃおーる

de i ooru

Dior

Skills You'll Learn

Recognize luxury brand names

らぐじゅありーぶらんどのなまえをおぼえる

ra guju ari - buran dono namae o oboeru

Improve pronunciation of loanwords

がいらいごのはつおんをかいぜんする

ga irai go no wa tsu on o ka izen suru

Understand cultural significance of brands

ぶらんどのぶんかてきなじゅうようせいをりかいする

buran dono bunka teki na ji yuuyouseiworikaisuru

Lesson Vocabulary & Phrases

👜✨

ルイ・ヴィトン

rui viton

Louis Vuitton

💬 In Japanese, Louis Vuitton is pronounced more like 'Rui Vitton', where 'r' is lightly rolled.

🇯🇵 Known for its iconic monogram, Louis Vuitton is a status symbol in Japan, often seen in fashion-forward Tokyo neighborhoods.

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👗🌟

シャネル

shaneru

Chanel

💬 Pronounced as 'Shaneru', the 'Ch' becomes a 'Sh' sound in Japanese.

🇯🇵 Chanel's classic and elegant style resonates well in Japan, influencing local designers.

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🌹🌸

ディオール

diooru

Dior

💬 In Japanese, Dior is pronounced as 'Dioru', adding a vowel sound at the end.

🇯🇵 Dior is a favorite in Japan for its modern aesthetic and high-quality cosmetics.

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🧣🧡

エルメス

erumesu

Hermès

💬 Pronounced 'Erumesu' in Japanese, notice how 'H' sounds are often softened.

🇯🇵 Hermès is associated with luxury and exclusivity, often viewed as a sign of prestige.

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👠🖤

イヴ・サンローラン

ivu sanrooran

Yves Saint Laurent

💬 In Japanese, pronounced as 'Ivu San Roran', where 'Y' often becomes 'I'.

🇯🇵 Known for sleek and sophisticated designs, Yves Saint Laurent has a strong following in Japan.

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👟🏕️

カンペール

kanpeeru

Camper

💬 Pronounced 'Kamperu', with an extra vowel sound at the end.

🇯🇵 Camper shoes blend style and comfort, a combination appreciated by the thoughtful Japanese consumer.

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💄🌹

ランコム

ran komu

Lancôme

💬 Lancôme is pronounced 'Rankomu', where 'n' and 'k' sounds smooth over.

🇯🇵 Lancôme is popular in Japan for its skincare and cosmetics, highlighting the importance of beauty rituals in Japanese culture.

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💍🔔

カルティエ

karuteie

Cartier

💬 In Japanese, pronounced 'Karuthie', where 'tie' sounds like 'thie'.

🇯🇵 Cartier's timeless jewelry is highly sought after for weddings and special occasions in Japan.

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💇‍♀️✨

ロレアル

rorearu

L'Oréal

💬 Pronounced 'Rorearu', blending smoothly in Japanese phonetics.

🇯🇵 L'Oréal products are favored in Japan for their variety and innovation in cosmetics.

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