Periodicals: meaning, definitions and examples

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periodicals

 

[ ˌpɪriˈɒdɪkəls ]

Context #1

printed publications

Periodicals are publications that are issued regularly, such as magazines, journals, and newspapers. They typically contain articles, stories, and news that are relevant to a specific audience.

Synonyms

journals, magazines, newspapers

Examples of usage

  • Many people enjoy reading periodicals to stay informed about current events.
  • Some periodicals focus on a specific topic, such as fashion or technology.
  • Subscribing to periodicals can be a great way to support journalism.

Translations

Translations of the word "periodicals" in other languages:

🇵🇹 periódicos

🇮🇳 पुनरावृत्ति पत्रिकाएँ

🇩🇪 Zeitschriften

🇮🇩 majalah

🇺🇦 періодичні видання

🇵🇱 czasopisma

🇯🇵 定期刊行物

🇫🇷 périodiques

🇪🇸 periódicos

🇹🇷 periyodikler

🇰🇷 정기간행물

🇸🇦 المجلات الدورية

🇨🇿 periodika

🇸🇰 periodiká

🇨🇳 期刊

🇸🇮 periodična izdanja

🇮🇸 tímarit

🇰🇿 периодикалық басылымдар

🇬🇪 პერიოდულები

🇦🇿 dövrü mətbuat

🇲🇽 periódicos

Word origin

The term 'periodicals' originated in the 18th century from the word 'periodic,' which means recurring at regular intervals. Periodicals have been an important part of media and communication, providing valuable information and entertainment to readers worldwide.