No. 3,887 in Japanese
カルト
"カルト" in Japanese refers to a "cult" or a "sect," often implying a group with extreme or unorthodox beliefs.
In a sentence
その映画はカルト的な人気を持っています。
That movie has a cult-like following.
The word 'カルト' is used here to describe something that has gained intense or niche popularity, often among a specific group of fans.
彼はカルト宗教に参加していると言われています。
He is said to be involved in a cult religion.
Here, 'カルト' is used to refer specifically to a religious group that is often seen as unorthodox or extremist.
カルト的な視点から社会を分析することがあります。
Sometimes society is analyzed from a cult-like perspective.
In this sentence, 'カルト' describes an unusual or niche analytical viewpoint, associating it metaphorically with cult-like analysis.
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