Genre

usgb/ˈʒɑːnrə/
noun

A type or category of something, especially of art or books.

There are many different genres of music.
Visual representation of "genre" - A type or category of something, especially of art or books.

Often appears as...

  • film genre
  • music genre
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Broad Usage

The word 'genre' is broadly used to categorize creative works, not just in art or literature.

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The horror genre includes both films and novels.
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Cultural Variety

Different cultures may have unique genres or interpret genres differently.

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Anime is a genre that originated in Japan.
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Evolving Categories

New genres can emerge as the arts evolve and technology advances.

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Virtual reality games are creating new genres in gaming.
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