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VocabJLPT N2

common name

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. popular name
2. common name

This noun means a "common name" or "popular name" that is widely used instead of an official or formal name. It refers to the nickname or informal title that people generally use to refer to something or someone in everyday life.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Somewhere along the way, my room earned the nickname "Cardboard Castle."

Sentence 2

I heard that bridge is popularly known as "Lovers' Bridge" — is that true?

Sentence 3

Umm, what was the nickname for that feature again?

Sentence 4

"It's officially known as 'Refill Hell'!" my friend cried out.

Sentence 5

The locals call that mountain the "Sleeping Dragon."