アベノマスク

abenomasku

Abe's mask

アベノマスクは新型コロナウイルス対策として配布された。

Abenomasku was distributed as a measure against the new coronavirus.

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

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