三流
Meanings
1
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
third-rate; third-class
Used to describe something of low quality or rank, often in contrast to 一流 (first-rate) and 二流 (second-rate). Common in evaluations of skill, products, or status.
He is a third-rate singer, but his effort is recognized.
This hotel only offers third-class service.
Usage patterns
- 三流の〈物〉a third-rate [thing/institution]
After graduating from a third-rate university, he desperately job-hunted.
- 三流〈人〉a third-rate [person/professional]
That commentator is said to be a third-rate critic.