Lexical entry

キャッチバー

kyacchibaa

A place that overcharges customers through a scam or a rigged setup.

Society & InstitutionsPure GairaigoWasei-EigoSemantic ShiftCompoundSource: English

Meaning

A bar, club, or similar place that lures people in and then charges them unfairly, often through deceptive or coercive tactics.

Examples

Example Sentences

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キャッチセールス

A deceptive sales practice that pressures people into costly contracts.

キャッチコピー

A short, catchy phrase used in advertising or media to attract attention and summarize a brand or product.

Evidence and Provenance

Data source: JMdict_english
Revision: JMdict.2026-04-17
Review flags: possible-wasei, multiple-category-candidates, related-candidate-uncertain
Active language: English