VocabJLPT N1
pop
な-AdjectiveNounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. pop
  2. 2. popular
  3. 3. pop-art-style
  4. 4. pop (music)
This katakana word is borrowed from English "pop" and is used as both a noun and adjective. It describes things that are popular, bright, and accessible — commonly used for pop music, pop art, or a cheerful, casual visual style.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I heard they changed the font on the new store's signage to something more pop.

Sentence 2

Honestly, keeping up with that peppy, pop energy is exhausting.

Sentence 3

I made the cover of the presentation more pop and people loved it!

Sentence 4

The weekend concert was so fun — all upbeat, pop songs!

Sentence 5

What were you going for with that pop-style presentation?