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Meanings
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popular; folksy; unpretentious; plebeian
Describes something that is accessible, down-to-earth, or characteristic of ordinary people rather than the elite. Often positive, but can carry a nuance of being common or unsophisticated depending on context.
His down-to-earth personality is the reason for his popularity.
This shop has a folksy atmosphere and is easy to drop into.
Usage patterns
- 庶民的な〈場所〉a down-to-earth, unpretentious place (e.g. an eatery or neighborhood)
There are many unpretentious, working-class diners in this town.
- 庶民的な〈人〉an approachable, unpretentious person
He has such a down-to-earth personality that everyone likes him.
- 〈物〉が庶民的だ(a price, food, etc.) is modest and affordable, in keeping with ordinary people's means
This restaurant's taste and prices are both down-to-earth and affordable.
- 庶民的に〈動詞〉to live or behave in a modest, unpretentious way
Even after becoming famous, she still lives a modest, down-to-earth life.