JLPT N1 Advanced
元祖
The originator, founder, or pioneer.
Readings
Noun
The Original / The Pioneer
Refers to the original progenitor or inventor of a specific product, style, or lineage, emphasizing precedence over imitators.
Example
彼 は 日本 の ヒップホップ の 元祖 と 言わ れて いる 。
He is said to be the pioneer of Japanese hip-hop.
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