B2 noun Neutral

世論

/jo.ɾoɴ/

The collective opinion of the general public on a particular issue or subject. It is a critical factor in democratic decision-making.

Examples

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1

世論調査の結果、政府の支持率が急落した。

As a result of the public opinion poll, the government's approval rating plummeted.

2

SNSは現代の世論形成に大きな役割を果たしている。

SNS plays a major role in modern public opinion formation.

3

世論は常に正しいとは限らない。

Public opinion is not always correct.

Word Family

Noun
世論
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Memory Tip

Yo (World) + Ron (Logic/Argument) = The argument of the world.

Quick Quiz

( )の動向は、選挙結果に大きな影響を与える。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 世論

Examples

1

世論調査の結果、政府の支持率が急落した。

formal

As a result of the public opinion poll, the government's approval rating plummeted.

2

SNSは現代の世論形成に大きな役割を果たしている。

academic

SNS plays a major role in modern public opinion formation.

3

世論は常に正しいとは限らない。

formal

Public opinion is not always correct.

4

みんながどう思ってるか、世論を聞いてみよう。

informal

Let's see what everyone thinks; let's check public opinion.

5

企業イメージは世論によって左右される。

business

A company's image is influenced by public opinion.

Word Family

Noun
世論

Common Collocations

世論調査 public opinion poll
世論を喚起する to rouse public opinion
世論を反映する to reflect public opinion
世論が分かれる public opinion is divided
世論の動向 trends in public opinion

Common Phrases

世論の形成

Formation of public opinion

世論の支持

Public support

国際世論

International public opinion

Often Confused With

世論 vs 与論

Historically 'Yoron' (with the 'Jo' kanji) meant 'giving an opinion', but now 'Yoron' (with 'Yo' kanji) is the standard for 'public opinion'.

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Usage Notes

Read as 'yoron' (standard) or 'seiron' (older/literary). Essential for IELTS sociology and politics topics.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce this as 'seron'. 'Yoron' is much more common.

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Memory Tip

Yo (World) + Ron (Logic/Argument) = The argument of the world.

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Word Origin

Originally read as 'seiron' but changed to 'yoron' due to the fusion with another word '与論'.

Grammar Patterns

世論を~する 世論が~に傾く
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Cultural Context

Japanese media outlets (like NHK or Asahi) frequently conduct their own 'yoron chousa' (polls).

Quick Quiz

( )の動向は、選挙結果に大きな影響を与える。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 世論

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