陽キャ

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outgoing person, sociable person, energetic popular person
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A slang term for an outgoing, sociable, energetic and popular person, especially among youths.

Examples

  • 彼女は陽キャだから、パーティーで中心になる。
    She is outgoing, so she becomes the center of attention at parties.
  • 最近の陽キャはSNSでも目立つ。
    Recent outgoing people also stand out on social media.
  • 陽キャな友達と週末に遊びに行った。
    I went out with an outgoing friend on the weekend.
  • 彼はいつも陽キャで、みんなとすぐ仲良くなる。
    He is always an outgoing person and quickly gets along with everyone.
  • クラスの陽キャがリーダーシップを取った。
    The outgoing student in the class took the lead.

Similar words

社交的な人
盛り上げ役
陽気な人
明るい人
ムードメーカー
活発な人
ノリが良い人

Meanings

Usage

Use 陽キャ to describe a lively, sociable person in informal contexts, not for introverted individuals.

Common mistakes

The term is often applied to shy people, which is incorrect.

Etymology

From 陽 (sun) + キャ, a contraction of キャラ (character), short for 陽キャラ, meaning a sunny‑type character.

FAQ

What does 陽キャ mean?

It is a slang term for an outgoing, sociable, energetic and popular person.

Is 陽キャ a noun or adjective?

It is mainly used as a noun, but can appear as an adjective with the particle な.

Where does the word 陽キャ come from?

It comes from 陽 (sun) plus キャ, a shortening of キャラ (character), short for 陽キャラ.

Can 陽キャ be used for introverted people?

No, it describes outgoing people; introverted people are called 陰キャ.

Is 陽キャ formal language?

It is informal slang, used in casual conversation among youths.

How is 陽キャ written in kanji/kana?

It is written as 陽キャ, using the kanji 陽 and katakana キャ.

Can 陽キャ be used to describe groups?

Yes, you can say 陽キャたち to refer to a group of outgoing people.

Is 陽キャ related to the term 陰キャ?

Yes, 陰キャ is the opposite term, referring to a shy or introverted person.

How is 陽キャ pronounced?

It is pronounced /joːkʲa/ (youkya).

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