ギャルgyaru
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Definitions
- noungyaru; (young) woman adhering to a fashion style usually characterized by dyed hair and gaudy clothing
- noungal; girl; young woman
Synonyms & antonyms
- RelatedガールNeutralLoanword for a girl in general, often in compounds like 「ガールフレンド」. 「ギャル」 can also mean a young woman, but usually one dressed flashily.
- Antonym地味な人NeutralA plain, unassuming person — the style opposite of a flashy 「ギャル」; applies regardless of gender.
Flashily dressed young women are usually called 「ギャル」, as in 「ギャルメイク」; it can also mean a young woman generally. For girls in general, use 「ガール」 or 「女の子」; the style opposite is 「地味な人」.
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