1.
common people, ordinary citizens, the masses
The general populace, as opposed to the elite, aristocracy, or ruling class. Implies everyday people of modest means and status.
Common patterns
庶 (common, various) + 民 (people).
Usage
庶民 refers to ordinary people as contrasted with the powerful or wealthy. It appears frequently in historical contexts (Edo-period common people) and in modern discussions about economics and lifestyle. 庶民的 ("commoner-like") is a common derived form used to describe things that are down-to-earth, affordable, or accessible to ordinary people — often a positive description for restaurants and shops.