Manga: meaning, definitions and examples

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manga

 

[ mรฆล‹ษกษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

Japanese comics

Manga refers to a style of Japanese comic books and graphic novels, typically aimed at both adults and children. This art form features a diverse range of genres, including action, adventure, romance, and fantasy. Normally presented in black and white, manga is characterized by its vibrant artwork and unique storytelling techniques. The format usually follows a right-to-left reading style, which is a hallmark of traditional Japanese writing. Manga has gained immense popularity not only in Japan but around the globe, contributing significantly to contemporary pop culture.

Synonyms

anime, comic, graphic novel, illustrated story

Examples of usage

  • I love reading manga during my free time.
  • She has a vast collection of manga from different genres.
  • The new manga series has quickly gained a large following.
  • He draws his own manga characters in his sketchbook.

Translations

Translations of the word "manga" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mangรก

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเค‚เค—เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Manga

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ manga

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐะฝะณะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ manga

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒžใƒณใ‚ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท manga

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ manga

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท manga

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งŒํ™”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุงู†ุบุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ manga

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ manga

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆผซ็”ป

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ manga

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ manga

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐะฝะณะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒ’แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ manga

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ manga

Etymology

The word 'manga' originates from the Japanese language, with 'man' meaning 'irresponsible' or 'free-flowing,' and 'ga' meaning 'pictures.' This term was first popularized in the 18th century by artists like Katsushika Hokusai, who used it to describe his sketches. Manga as we know it today began to develop in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, influenced by Western comic books and animation. The post-World War II era saw a significant increase in popularity, leading to the establishment of modern manga as a cultural phenomenon. Today, it encompasses a wide array of styles and formats, influencing global media and entertainment.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,966, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.