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VocabJLPT N2
white person
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. white person
  2. 2. Caucasian
  3. 3. beginner
  4. 4. unlicensed prostitute
A term referring to a person of white or Caucasian racial background. It is a neutral, descriptive term in Japanese, though it should be used with cultural sensitivity.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

On the morning train, a white woman gave up her seat for me.

Sentence 2

I turned the corner and there was a white man taking photos.

Sentence 3

Wait — am I being extra polite only with white customers?

Sentence 4

"Did that white customer leave a tip?" the manager asked.

Sentence 5

Honestly, when more white tourists show up, it's a lot of work switching the shop to English.