歌謡
kayounoun★Intermediate— popular songs
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A general term for popular songs, often referring to Japanese pop music, especially those from the mid-20th century onward.
歌謡曲の歴史を学ぶのは興味深い。
Learning about the history of popular songs is fascinating.
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The term is often used to refer to traditional Japanese pop music, distinct from modern J-pop.
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💡Pro Tip
Usage Context
Use '歌謡' when referring to traditional or classic Japanese pop music, not modern J-pop.
📖Word Origin
From '歌' (song) and '謡' (singing), originally referring to traditional Japanese singing styles but later generalized to popular songs.
📝Usage Notes
While '歌謡' can refer to any popular songs, it is often used specifically for Japanese pop music from the Showa era (1926–1989).
Word Breakdown
歌
song
root謡
singing
root和英辞典