@article{ART003306382},
author={keumyoungjin},
title={A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Numerical Wordplay Methods: Focusing on Gambling Terminology in Korea and Japan},
journal={Cross-Cultural Studies},
issn={1598-0685},
year={2026},
volume={77},
pages={1-26}
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AU - keumyoungjin
TI - A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Numerical Wordplay Methods: Focusing on Gambling Terminology in Korea and Japan
JO - Cross-Cultural Studies
PY - 2026
VL - 77
IS - null
PB - Center for Cross Culture Studies
SP - 1
EP - 26
SN - 1598-0685
AB - This study examines the linguistic wordplay techniques involving numerical combinations in the gambling terminology of Korea and Japan, highlighting significant differences between the two countries.
In Korean gambling terminology, wordplay primarily serves mnemonic purposes through phonetic similarity. Additionally, it is common to see partial phonetic alterations of numbers to avoid confusion arising from homonyms or similar-sounding words.
In contrast, Japanese gambling terminology features a broader range of wordplay. Instead of relying solely on homophones, this wordplay often incorporates a "third element" linked to the pronunciation of specific numerical combinations. This technique resembles those found in Japanese riddles and traditional animal-pair motifs. The study concludes that a distinctive form of "associative numerical wordplay," which differs from the conventional Japanese numerical combinations based on phonetic variety, is particularly well-developed within the context of Japanese gambling language.
KW - Gambling;Numerical Combinations;Karuta;Hwatu(hanafuda);Wordplay (Pun)
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keumyoungjin. (2026). A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Numerical Wordplay Methods: Focusing on Gambling Terminology in Korea and Japan. Cross-Cultural Studies, 77, 1-26.
keumyoungjin. 2026, "A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Numerical Wordplay Methods: Focusing on Gambling Terminology in Korea and Japan", Cross-Cultural Studies, vol.77, pp.1-26.
keumyoungjin "A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Numerical Wordplay Methods: Focusing on Gambling Terminology in Korea and Japan" Cross-Cultural Studies 77 pp.1-26 (2026) : 1.
keumyoungjin. A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Numerical Wordplay Methods: Focusing on Gambling Terminology in Korea and Japan. 2026; 77 1-26.
keumyoungjin. "A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Numerical Wordplay Methods: Focusing on Gambling Terminology in Korea and Japan" Cross-Cultural Studies 77(2026) : 1-26.
keumyoungjin. A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Numerical Wordplay Methods: Focusing on Gambling Terminology in Korea and Japan. Cross-Cultural Studies, 77, 1-26.
keumyoungjin. A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Numerical Wordplay Methods: Focusing on Gambling Terminology in Korea and Japan. Cross-Cultural Studies. 2026; 77 1-26.
keumyoungjin. A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Numerical Wordplay Methods: Focusing on Gambling Terminology in Korea and Japan. 2026; 77 1-26.
keumyoungjin. "A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study of Numerical Wordplay Methods: Focusing on Gambling Terminology in Korea and Japan" Cross-Cultural Studies 77(2026) : 1-26.
