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What does neet mean?
A person, often a young shut-in, who is not in education, employment or training — a common protagonist background, especially in isekai where the NEET gets a second chance in another world.
"He was a NEET gaming all day until he got hit by a truck and reincarnated."
Origin
English acronym 'NEET' (Not in Education, Employment or Training), adopted widely into Japanese and anime usage.
Frequently asked questions
What does NEET stand for?
It's an acronym for 'Not in Education, Employment or Training' — someone who isn't studying, working or in job training.
Why do NEETs show up so much in anime?
They're a common protagonist background, especially in isekai, where a jobless shut-in gets a fresh start and heroic role in another world.
Where does the term NEET come from?
It originated as a British government classification, then was widely adopted into Japanese and anime usage.
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