JLPT N3 Intermediate
所謂
「いわゆる」
So-called; what is known as
Readings
Pre-noun Adjectival (Rentaishi)
"So-called" / "What is known as"
Functionally serves to introduce a common designation, nickname, or classic example widely recognized by society.
Example
彼 は いわゆる 天才 で 、 どんな 問題 も すぐに 解決 して しまいます 。
He's what you would call a genius; he solves any problem instantly.
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