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Subculture: meaning, definitions and examples

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subculture

 

[ sษ™bหŒkสŒl.tสƒษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

cultural movement

A subculture is a cultural group within a larger culture, often having beliefs or interests at variance with those of the larger culture. Subcultures can emerge from various factors, including social, economic, and political influences. They typically foster a distinct identity, values, norms, and behavior that differentiate them from the mainstream society. Examples of subcultures include goth, punk, and hip-hop communities, each with their own unique attributes and cultural practices.

Synonyms

community, counterculture, cultural group, faction.

Examples of usage

  • The punk subculture emerged in the 1970s as a rebellion against mainstream music and fashion.
  • Many young people are drawn to various subcultures as a way to express their individuality.
  • The goth subculture is known for its distinct fashion and music, setting it apart from general culture.

Translations

Translations of the word "subculture" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น subcultura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคชเคธเค‚เคธเฅเค•เฅƒเคคเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Subkultur

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ subkultur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ััƒะฑะบัƒะปัŒั‚ัƒั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ subkultura

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ตใƒ–ใ‚ซใƒซใƒใƒฃใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท subculture

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ subcultura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท altkรผltรผr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„œ๋ธŒ์ปฌ์ฒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุซู‚ุงูุฉ ูุฑุนูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ subkultura

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ subkultรบra

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไบšๆ–‡ๅŒ–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ subkultura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ undirkรบltรบr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ััƒะฑะผำ™ะดะตะฝะธะตั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒฃแƒ‘แƒ™แƒฃแƒšแƒขแƒฃแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ subkultura

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ subcultura

Etymology

The term 'subculture' entered the English language in the mid-20th century, derived from the prefix 'sub-' meaning under or below, and 'culture' referring to the collective customs, arts, and social institutions of a particular group. The concept of subcultures became particularly prominent in social sciences as researchers began to study the complexities of human social behavior in diverse settings. The post-World War II era saw the rise of youth subcultures in response to societal changes, including the counterculture movements of the 1960s. These movements showcased the distinct identities and values of various groups, highlighting the need for concepts such as subculture to articulate the variances in social norms. Over time, the idea of a subculture has expanded, capturing the dynamics of various societal sectors, trends, and identities that exist underneath the broader cultural umbrella.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,785, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.