Japanese Word · Intermediate
ゆるキャラ
A mascot character, especially a plush costumed character, used to promote an entity or event
Pronunciation: [jɯ̟ɾɯ̟kʲa̠ɾa̠]
Meaning
A mascot character, especially a plush costumed character, used to promote an entity or event
Example
和歌山市で活躍するゆるキャラは、愛嬌のある仕草やかわいらしいポーズでみんなの人気者。
Wakayama City's active mascots, thanks to their charming manner and cute poses, are popular with everyone.
Practice tips
- Practice ゆるキャラ out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.