集団
shūdannoun★Intermediate— group
general
A collection of people or things gathered together.
集団で行動することが重要だ。
It's important to act as a group.
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Can refer to people, animals, or objects gathered together.
sociology
A social or organizational group with shared characteristics or purposes.
その集団は特定の文化的背景を共有している。
That group shares a specific cultural background.
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Often used in sociology to describe social groups.
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
Use '集団' for formal or organized groups, and 'グループ' for more casual or informal groups.
⚡Gold Rule
Group Dynamics
When discussing group behavior, '集団' is often preferred over 'グループ' in academic or formal contexts.
📖Word Origin
From the kanji 集 (to gather) and 団 (group or organization).
📝Usage Notes
Can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but often implies a formal or organized group.
Word Breakdown
集
to gather
root団
group or organization
root和英辞典