Vocabulary Boost

Language | Vocabulary Boost Dec 16, 2022

Merriam-Webster’s word of the year is ‘gaslighting,’ and don't try to tell us there isn't a Japanese equivalent

by Yuko Tamura

Merriam-Webster saw a huge spike in people looking up the word “gaslighting” in 2022, and Japan is also no stranger to the concept.

Language | Vocabulary Boost Oct 28, 2022

A verb you're bound to wear out on Halloween

by Yuko Tamura

The verb "kiru" (to wear) is a necessary bit of a vocabulary to know on a night like Halloween. Its usage is about more than just costumes, though.