No. 4,202 in Japanese
主流
Mainstream.
In a sentence
伝統的な芸術は主流となることが少なくなってきています。
Traditional arts are becoming less mainstream.
In this sentence, 主流 is used as a noun meaning 'mainstream,' referring to the primary trend or dominant form.
この会社の主流商品は消費者に非常に人気があります。
The main products of this company are very popular among consumers.
Here, 主流 is used to describe 'main products' or the most prominent offerings by the company, indicating main or primary.
リサイクルが社会の主流な活動になりつつある。
Recycling is becoming a mainstream activity in society.
主流 in this case reflects an activity 'becoming mainstream,' showing a transition to being a dominant societal norm or focus.
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