ロマンス
also: ローマンス
Meanings
1
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.
2
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.
3
In music, refers to a lyrical, often sentimental instrumental piece or song. A domain-specific use.
He played a beautiful romance on the violin.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉とロマンスに発展するto develop into a romance with someone
Their relationship gradually developed into a romance.
- ロマンスが生まれるa romance blossoms/develops
An unexpected romance blossomed during the trip.
- ロマンスの相手a romantic partner
She began to see him as a potential romantic partner.
- ロマンス小説を読むto read a romance novel
She spends every night reading romance novels.