What is "PLUS ALPHA?" The Meaning & Origin of the Japanese term purasu arufa/プラスアルファ | Japan Station 161
Update: 2025-06-05
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On this episode of Japan Station, I break down what the Japanese term "plus alpha" (purasu arufa/プラスアルファ) means and its possible origins.
👉Topics Discussed
- What does "plus alpha" (purasu arufa/プラスアルファ) mean?
- How you use the Japanese term purasu arufa プラスアルファ
- The most popular etymology of the term of purasu arufa
- Real world examples of purasu arufa in use
- About what puramaizero means (プラマイゼロ)
- And much more!
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