(あいこうか)

あいこうか
noun
enthusiast; lover of; aficionado
person
1. enthusiast; lover of; aficionado
A person who has a deep appreciation or fondness for a particular thing, hobby, or field. More refined and formal than ファン or マニア.
(かれ)ワイン愛好家(あいこうか)だ。
He is a wine enthusiast.
I went to a concert where music enthusiasts gathered.
There are many nature enthusiasts in this area who enjoy birdwatching and hiking.

Usage

愛好家(あいこうか) is a suffix-like noun that attaches to the object of enthusiasm. It carries a respectable, cultured nuance — suggesting genuine appreciation rather than obsession.

Common collocations

Similar words

  • 愛好家(あいこうか): enthusiast, lover of (respectful, cultured tone)
  • ファン: fan (casual, from English)
  • マニア: mania, obsessive fan (can be slightly negative)
  • オタク: geek, nerd (subculture enthusiast; sometimes pejorative)