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VocabJLPT N2

genre

Noun

Definitions

1. genre
2. category
3. Genre

This loanword from French refers to a genre or category, especially in the context of art, music, literature, or film. It is used to classify creative works by their style or type, and is widely used in casual conversation and media.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, you read historical stuff too? I wouldn't have guessed.

Sentence 2

When it comes down to it, every genre is really about human drama.

Sentence 3

I found a magazine from such a rare genre at a secondhand book fair nearby!

Sentence 4

Why does this song suddenly start sounding like a totally different genre?

Sentence 5

"What genre is that book?" the staff member politely asked.