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一発芸 (いっぱつげい) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Meanings 1
noun
one-liner ; gag ; quick trick
A short, often impromptu performance meant to get a laugh, such as a joke, funny face, or simple party trick. Common at drinking parties and social gatherings.
His one-liners always get a laugh.
Kanji 発 departure, discharge, publish Similar words 芸げい General term for performance or art; 一発芸 is specifically a short, comedic party trick.
ギャグ Loanword for 'gag'; 一発芸 is a native compound emphasizing a single, quick performance.
Etymology Compound of 一発 (one shot, one attempt) and 芸 (performance, trick). The exact origin is uncertain, but it likely emerged in casual social contexts to describe a quick, humorous act.