gloomy person; introvert with a dark vibe
Slang term for someone with a gloomy, introverted, or socially awkward personality, often contrasted with 陽キャラ (outgoing person). Derived from 陰気なキャラ.
See also: キャラ
彼は自分を陰キャラだと言っている。
He says he's a gloomy introvert.
陰キャラでも楽しめるイベントを企画しよう。
Let's plan an event that even gloomy types can enjoy.
cheerful person; extrovert; sunny personality
Standard kanji-katakana spelling; the most common written form.
All-katakana spelling, often used in casual online writing.
Abbreviation of 陰気なキャラ (gloomy character). The term emerged in Japanese internet and youth slang, paralleling the formation of 陽キャラ.