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popular culture; mass culture; pop culture
Culture that is widely accessible and enjoyed by the general public, as opposed to elite or high culture. Includes entertainment, media, fashion, and trends.
Composed of 大衆 (the masses, the public) + 文化 (culture). The term is used in academic, media, and everyday contexts to discuss entertainment and cultural trends accessible to everyone.
Common collocations
- 大衆文化の研究: study of popular culture
- 大衆文化の発展: development of pop culture
- 大衆文化に影響を与える: to influence popular culture
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サブカルチャー (subculture)