Japanese Slang
Modern Japanese slang, internet language, cultural expressions and example sentences.
1,997 entries across 25 chapters.
Word of the Day
ハンパない
ハンパない · hanpa nai
★★★★★
Insane, extraordinary, or next level — used to emphasise that something is on a completely different scale.
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Chapters
- Emotions & Reactions Japanese slang for expressing feelings, surprise, excitement, and frustration 80 entries
- Praise & Approval Japanese slang for complimenting, praising, and expressing admiration 80 entries
- Criticism & Complaints Japanese slang for expressing disapproval, annoyance, and criticism 80 entries
- SNS & Internet Slang Japanese internet slang, memes, and social media expressions 80 entries
- Gen-Z & Youth Slang The latest Japanese slang used by young people and trending on social media 79 entries
- Abbreviations & Contractions Japanese abbreviated words, initialisms, and shortened expressions 80 entries
- Texting & Messaging Japanese slang used in LINE, text messages, and chat apps 80 entries
- Anime & Manga Expressions Japanese slang originating from or popularised by anime, manga, and otaku culture 80 entries
- Onomatopoeia Japanese mimetic words and sound effects used in daily conversation 80 entries
- Relationships & Dating Japanese slang for love, dating, friendships, and social dynamics 79 entries
- Food & Drink Japanese slang related to eating, drinking, and food culture 80 entries
- Work & Office Life Japanese slang for the workplace, corporate culture, and career 80 entries
- School & Student Life Japanese slang from school, university, and student culture 79 entries
- Classic Slang (Still Used) Older Japanese slang that remains widely understood and used today 80 entries
- Fashion & Appearance Japanese slang for style, looks, beauty trends, and fashion culture 80 entries
- Money & Shopping Japanese slang for money, spending, bargains, and consumer culture 80 entries
- Health & Body Japanese slang for health, fitness, mental wellbeing, and body image 80 entries
- Music & Entertainment Japanese slang from the music scene, idol culture, and entertainment industry 80 entries
- Sports & Gaming Japanese slang from gaming culture, esports, and sports fandom 80 entries
- Greetings & Social Phrases Casual Japanese greetings, farewells, and social lubricant phrases 80 entries
- Traditional with Modern Twists Classic Japanese expressions that have taken on new slang meanings 80 entries
- Compliments & Encouragement Japanese slang for praising, encouraging, and hyping up friends 80 entries
- Technology & Gadgets Japanese slang for tech, apps, the internet, and digital life 80 entries
- Travel & Transportation Japanese slang for travel, commuting, and getting around 80 entries
- Catchphrases & Misc Popular Japanese catchphrases, filler words, and hard-to-categorise slang 80 entries
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