アベノマスク
abenomaskunoun★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.
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The term combines 'Abe' (安倍) and 'mask' (マスク), reflecting the government's distribution program.
Related Phrases
💡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