外人 (gaijin)
What does 外人 (gaijin) mean? 外人 (gaijin) is a Japanese moderate that translates to “foreigner / outsider” in English.
Literal Translation
outside person / foreigner
Meaning & Usage
"foreigner / outsider"
Short for 'gaikokujin' (foreigner).
Examples in the Wild
外人さん (Gaijin-san - Mr. Foreigner [potentially condescending])
When to Use It
Context
- Casual conversations with friends
- Informal settings where profanity is accepted
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
Context-dependent. Neutral in some contexts, xenophobic in others. 'Gaijin' excludes; implies 'outsider who doesn't belong.' 'Gaikokujin' is polite form. Can be muttered with hostility or used neutrally.
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