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ぼろい
Context & Nuance:
ぼろい is an informal, slangy adjective that has two major meanings, depending on how it’s used:
1. Shabby / Worn-out / Crappy
Used to describe things (not people) like old buildings, used cars, cheap goods, etc. It’s derived from ぼろ (tattered cloth). Often implies something is falling apart or really low quality.
Example:
ぼろいアパート = a shabby apartment
2. A Lucrative (but Possibly Shady) Deal
Used in slang to describe a very profitable gig or business, often with the nuance that it’s too easy or feels suspiciously profitable.
Example:
ぼろい商売 = a highly profitable (possibly shady) business
⚠️ Be careful: The tone can be negative or sarcastic, especially in written language.
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Context & Nuance:
ぼろい is an informal, slangy adjective that has two major meanings, depending on how it’s used:
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Used to describe things (not people) like old buildings, used cars, cheap goods, etc. It’s derived from ぼろ (tattered cloth). Often implies something is falling apart or really low quality.
Example:
ぼろいアパート = a shabby apartment
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Used in slang to describe a very profitable gig or business, often with the nuance that it’s too easy or feels suspiciously profitable.
Example:
ぼろい商売 = a highly profitable (possibly shady) business
⚠️ Be careful: The tone can be negative or sarcastic, especially in written language.”
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