Meaning

Primary

Popular Song

Word Type

noun

Explanation

You know that 流行 refers to a "trend." So, a "trend" song is a popular song.

Reading

りゅうこうか
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Pattern of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 流行歌を流す

    to play a popular tune

    流行歌を口ずさむ

    to hum a popular tune

    流行歌を歌う

    to sing a popular tune

Context Sentences

今時は「流行りの歌」って言うよね。「流行歌」っていうとなんかしょう和の歌よう曲って感じがする。

We say "pop song" these days, so when I hear "popular song," it reminds me of popular songs from the Showa period.

ツイッターでフォローして、最新の流行歌情ほうをチェックしてね。

Follow our Twitter for updates on the latest popular songs.

私は、流行歌ではないけど良い曲を見つけるのが好きです。

I like finding good music, but not necessarily popular songs.

Kanji Composition