This post introduces some Japanese expressions and slang terms that use ‘God’ metaphorically, some of which may sound a little strange or impious to native English speakers. Read Definition
婚活 (Konkatsu) and 就活/終活 (Shūkatsu’): Unique “Activities” in Japan
In Japanese, there are many casual words that contain the kanji character ‘活’ (katsu). This character is short for ‘活動’ (katsudou) meaning ‘activity’, and the words including ‘活’ describe a variety of unique activities. This article introduces such unique words with their meanings and what ‘activities’ they describe. Read Definition
五月病 (gogatsubyou): ‘Disease’ Striking Japan Every Year in May.
ブーメラン (Boomerang) as Internet Slang Meaning ‘hypocritical statement’
公開処刑 (Koukaishokei): “Mental Public Execution” in Japanese Slang
高校デビュー (koukoudebyū): Japanese Slang ‘High School Debut’
思い出補正 (omoidehosei): Japanese Slang ‘Glorification of Your Past Memories’
深夜テンション (shinyatenshon): “Midnight High” in Japanese Slang
あけおめ (Akeome): Casual Japanese New Year’s Greeting
するする詐欺: ‘All-Talk-And-No-Action Fraud’ in Japanese Slang
するする詐欺, (suru suru sagi), noun phrase,
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