Meaning and Usage
"ボイコット" is a loanword from English meaning "boycott." It refers to the act of refusing to buy, use, or participate in something as a form of protest or punishment.
Common Contexts
This word is often used in social, political, or economic contexts where groups or individuals collectively refuse to engage with a company, product, or country to express dissatisfaction or to force change.
Collocations and Patterns
- ボイコットする: to boycott (the most common verb form)
- ボイコット運動: boycott movement
- 製品をボイコットする: to boycott products
- ボイコットを呼びかける: to call for a boycott
Register and Nuance
"ボイコット" is a formal or neutral term often used in news reports, political discussions, and formal writing. It is less common in casual conversation but understood widely.
Common Learner Mistake
Some learners confuse "ボイコット" with simple refusal or rejection. However, a boycott implies a collective and organized action, not just an individual's choice. Use it when referring to group protest actions.