Odd Japanese English: Freeter

It seems that the concept of getting a job in Japan is getting a full-time job from 9-5pm. Freelancers and unemployed are two different things and throwing a "Freeter" word to cover both is rather inappropriate IMO.

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  1. UnknownDecember 2, 2015 at 2:38 PM

    If I am not mistaken for unemployed they are called NEET. Or is it not? I am not really sure myself...

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    1. EvacomicsDecember 6, 2015 at 12:44 PM

      Yes! Specifically to young people who do not seek any form of employment and does not do housework as well.

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