This week's topic is: Japanese Subcultures
-Part 2: Music, Fashion, and Decoration
Word definitions
i.e.: that is (that); specifically (from the Latin words “id est”)
ultra-synched (adj.): in perfect synchronization
choreography (n.): arrangement of dance in performances
glowstick (n.) plastic tubes filled with light-producing chemicals
at first glance: when you first look at / consider something/someone
bizarre (adj.): very strange
petticoat (n.): garment worn under a skirt or dress (often to add volume to it)
pedophilia (n.): sexual attraction towards underage boys/girls
garish (adj.): too flashy or showy
cringeworthy (adj.): really embarrassing or awkward – used for others’ behaviour / things other people say (modern synonym: ‘cringy’)