jin2 go1演歌
Jyutpingjin2 go1
Yaleyín gō
Definition
Enka, a traditional-style Japanese popular music genre.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the sentimental Japanese popular music style characterized by its unique vocal vibrato and traditional themes. It is treated as a loanword in Cantonese, often discussed in the context of Japanese culture or karaoke. The term is borrowed directly from Japanese and carries a distinct cultural association with nostalgia and emotional storytelling.
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