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[ぞく()·()]
zokugo
noun, no adjective

English Meaning(s) for 俗語

noun, no adjective
  1. colloquialism; colloquial language; slang

Definition and Synonyms for 俗語

Colloquialism a colloquial expression
Synonyms: 会話語, 俗語, 口語, 口語形, 話し言葉
Slang informal language consisting of words and expressions that are not considered appropriate for formal occasions
Synonyms: スラング, 俗語, 鄙言
Colloquialism characteristic of spoken or written communication that seeks to imitate informal speech
Synonyms: 会話語, 俗語, 口語, 口語形, 話し言葉
Slang often vituperative or vulgar
Synonyms: スラング, 俗語, 鄙言

Meanings for each kanji in 俗語

» vulgar; customs; manners; worldliness; mundane things
» word; speech; language

Categories 俗語 is a member of

Formulation the style of expressing yourself
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Non-Standard Speech speech that differs from the usual accepted, easily recognizable speech of native adult members of a speech community
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 俗語

Sample Sentences for 俗語

Don't use slang if you can help it.

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