Manga (en. Sleeve)
/ˈmaŋɡa/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Japanese comic that is generally published in black and white.
The One Piece manga has sold millions of copies.
El manga de One Piece ha vendido millones de copias.
Series of comics that narrate stories through panels.
I love reading manga in my free time.
Amo leer manga en mi tiempo libre.
Drawing technique typical of Japanese comics.
His drawing style is characteristic of manga.
Su estilo de dibujo es característico del manga.
Etymology
From Japanese 漫画 (manga), which means 'whimsical drawing'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
manga shōnen
Manga aimed primarily at a young male audience.
manga shōnen
manga shōjo
Manga aimed at a young female audience.
manga shōjo
manga seinen
Manga for an adult male audience.
manga seinen
Related Words
anime
Japanese animation based on mangas or original stories.
anime
otaku
A person who is very fond of manga and anime.
otaku
drafter
An artist who creates comics, including mangas.
dibujante
Slang Meanings
Action manga.
Action manga always has exciting scenes.
El manga de acción siempre tiene escenas emocionantes.
Romance manga.
She prefers to read romance manga because they are very emotional.
Ella prefiere leer manga de romance porque son muy emotivos.