Seiza
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Seiza is a noun meaning A traditional formal way of sitting in Japan, by kneeling with the legs folded underneath the thighs and the buttocks resting on the heels, with ankles turned outward.
Meaning
A traditional formal way of sitting in Japan, by kneeling with the legs folded underneath the thighs and the buttocks resting on the heels, with ankles turned outward.
Example Sentences
She arranged herself with her legs folded beneath her, spine erect, echoing “seiza”, the Japanese sitting position adopted in formal situations.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include jisei, seifuku, sumie, geisha, kneesie, sekiwake.
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