also: ローマンス
Refers to romantic stories, novels, films, or the genre itself. Often used in compound terms like ロマンス映画 (romance film).
She likes reading romance novels.
love affair; romantic relationship
Describes a real-life romantic involvement between people, often with a nuance of passion or excitement.
Their romance began at the workplace.
In music, refers to a lyrical, often sentimental instrumental piece or song. A domain-specific use.
He played a beautiful romance on the violin.
Their relationship gradually developed into a romance.
An unexpected romance blossomed during the trip.
She began to see him as a potential romantic partner.
She spends every night reading romance novels.
silver-gray hair; salt-and-pepper hair · handsome gray-haired man; silver fox
love seat