What does “変態” mean in English?
It can refer to a pervert or someone with abnormal sexual interests, and it's also used internationally to describe a genre of erotic animation. The meaning shifts based on context, whether it's about behavior, a person, or a category of media.
Literally “abnormality”
You might hear it aimed at someone as an insult, similar to calling someone a 'creep' or 'perv' in English. It's informal and can carry a moderate weight depending on the situation.
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