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アベノマスク

abenomasku
noun★Intermediate— Abe's mask
informal

A term referring to free face masks distributed by the Japanese government during the COVID-19 pandemic, named after then-Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

アベノマスクは国民に人気がありました。

Abenomasku was popular among citizens.

💡

The term combines 'Abe' (安倍) and 'mask' (マスク), reflecting the government's distribution program.

Collocations

アベノマスク配布Abenomasku distribution

Synonyms

安倍マスク政府マスク

Related Phrases

アベノミクスphrase
Abenomics

💡Pro Tip

Cultural Context

The term reflects both gratitude and criticism of the government's pandemic response.

⚡Gold Rule

Usage

Avoid using this term in formal contexts; it is primarily an informal or internet slang term.

📖Word Origin

Blend of 'Abe' (安倍) and 'mask' (マスク), named after Prime Minister Shinzo Abe who initiated the distribution program.

📝Usage Notes

Used informally to refer to the government's COVID-19 mask distribution initiative. Sometimes used sarcastically to criticize the program's effectiveness.

Word Breakdown

アベ
Abe (Shinzo Abe)
root
+
ノ
possessive particle
suffix
+
マスク
mask
root
和英辞典

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