ポピュラー
also: ポピュラ
Meanings
popular; well-liked
Describes a person, product, style, or topic that is liked or supported by many people. Often used as ポピュラーな before a noun.
He is a popular actor among the younger generation.
This game is popular overseas as well.
Used when something is commonly seen, widely used, or has become a standard choice, not necessarily because people personally like it.
Online interviews have become common recently.
This cooking method is common in households too.
Noun use as an abbreviation of ポピュラーミュージック. It is often used as a broad music-category label; ポップス or ポピュラーミュージック may sound more explicit in everyday conversation.
See also: ポピュラーミュージック
This course covers a wide range of music, from classical to popular music.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉がポピュラーになるfor something to become popular/widespread
Recently, this dish has become popular in Japan too.
- 〈場所〉でポピュラーな〈物〉something that is popular/common in a certain place
Soccer is a popular sport in Europe.