JLPT N1 Advanced
火付け役
A catalyst, trendsetter, or instigator who sparks a movement or conflict.
Readings
1 Noun
Initiator" / "Pioneer
Describes the primary catalyst responsible for igniting a new trend, boom, or social phenomenon.
Example
彼女 が この ブーム の 火付け役 と なっ た 。
She was the one who started this boom.
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2 Noun
Instigator" / "Troublemaker
Designates the instigator who triggered a conflict, riot, or problematic chain of events.
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