Journal (en. Journal)

ˈdʒɜrnəl

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Regular publication that presents research and academic articles.
The latest issue of the biology journal includes new studies on genetics.
El último número del journal de biología incluye nuevos estudios sobre genética.
Daily personal record of activities and thoughts.
I write in my journal every day to reflect on my experiences.
Escribo en mi journal todos los días para reflexionar sobre mis experiencias.

Etymology

From the French 'journal', which means 'diary'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to keep a journal
Writing regularly in a personal diary.
llevar un journal
scientific journal
Specialized publication that encompasses research in a specific area.
revista científica
personal diary
Private record of daily thoughts and experiences.
diario personal

Related Words

diary
Publication that is issued daily.
diario
magazine
Regular publication, often with articles on various topics.
revista
writing
The act of putting ideas or information in written format.
escritura

Slang Meanings

A diary or notebook used to write thoughts.
She always takes her journal everywhere to jot down her ideas.
Ella siempre lleva su journal a todas partes para anotar sus ideas.
A publication that is considered not rigorous or for entertainment.
You wouldn't see that kind of news in a serious journal.
Ese tipo de noticia no la verías en un journal serio.