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広告 — meaning in English: Ad
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出席
Shusseki
広告
kōkoku
穀物
kokumotsu
消費者
shōhisha
ルーチン
rūchin
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neutral
common
Usage
Native speakers commonly use '広告' (kōkoku) in both professional and casual settings, especially in marketing discussions, advertising campaigns, and media analysis. For example, you might hear a conversation about a new advertising strategy in a meeting or see the term appear in newspapers discussing trending ads.
Synonyms & nuances
'広告' is often compared to '宣伝' (senden), which means promotion. While both terms can refer to marketing efforts, '広告' emphasizes the advertisement itself, whereas '宣伝' can denote the act of promoting through various methods. You would choose '広告' when discussing specific ad formats or placements.
Culture
'広告' has its origins in Chinese characters, where '広' means broad or wide, and '告' means to inform or tell. This word reflects Japan's vibrant advertising culture, which has played a significant role in consumerism since the post-war economic boom. Interestingly, the rapid evolution of digital advertising has led to a diverse range of '広告' formats, from traditional posters to innovative online campaigns.
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