ま Japanese Slang

Browse 49 Japanese Slang entries for Japanese under ま.

Kana ま

  1. マジ マジ An emphatic expression meaning 'seriously,' 'for real,' or 'no way,' used both as a question and as an intensifier.
  2. マウント マウント Flexing, one-upping, or asserting dominance — boasting or subtly showing off to establish superiority over others.
  3. まとめ まとめ A summary, compilation, or roundup post that aggregates information, reactions, or content about a specific topic.
  4. マジレス マジレス A serious, earnest reply to something that was meant as a joke or is not worth taking seriously.
  5. マ？ マ For real? Seriously? — an ultra-abbreviated version of マジ (maji) expressing surprise or disbelief.
  6. マクド マクド Abbreviated nickname for McDonald's (マクドナルド), primarily used in the Kansai region. Contrasts with マック used in Kanto.
  7. マック マック Abbreviated nickname for McDonald's (マクドナルド), primarily used in the Kanto region and most of Japan outside Kansai.
  8. マツキヨ マツキヨ Abbreviation of マツモトキヨシ, one of Japan's largest drugstore chains.
  9. mjk マジか An abbreviation for 'seriously?' or 'for real?' — from マジか (maji ka).
  10. ま？ ま A one-character 'really?' or 'for real?' — the ultimate abbreviation of マジ (maji).
  11. まって まって Literally 'wait,' but used in texting as an exclamation of amazement, shock, or excitement — equivalent to 'hold on' or 'wait, what.'
  12. 卍 まんじ Used in text for emphasis, excitement, or to express that something is cool or intense — a multipurpose hype symbol.
  13. マジで草 マジでくさ A combination of 'seriously' and 'LOL' — expressing that something is genuinely hilarious.
  14. まじか まじか An expression of disbelief meaning 'for real?' or 'seriously?' — one of the most common reactions in texting.
  15. まって無理 まってむり A two-part reaction meaning 'wait, I can't' — expressing being so overwhelmed by something amazing, funny, or cute that you can't handle it.
  16. まぢ まぢ Gyaru-style spelling of まじ (really/seriously) — using ぢ instead of じ for a cute, rebellious look.
  17. マッチングアプリ マッチングアプリ A dating app used to find romantic partners, such as Pairs, Tapple, or with.
  18. マブダチ マブダチ A true, real best friend — slang for someone who is genuinely your closest, most trusted friend.
  19. 街コン まちコン A large-scale matchmaking event organized in a city or neighborhood where strangers mingle at multiple venues, typically bars or restaura...
  20. マッチング マッチング Getting matched on a dating app — the moment when two users mutually indicate interest and can begin messaging each other.
  21. 窓際族 まどぎわぞく A sidelined employee who has been given no meaningful work and essentially sits by the window doing nothing until retirement.
  22. マミートラック マミートラック Mommy track — the career stagnation that women experience after having children, being sidelined from promotions and challenging assignme...
  23. マイルドヤンキー マイルドヤンキー A mild or soft delinquent; locally rooted young people with a low-key rebellious style who never leave their hometown.
  24. 真面目系クズ まじめけいクズ Someone who looks serious and responsible on the outside but is actually lazy, unreliable, and useless.
  25. マジで マジで Seriously, for real, or no kidding — used to emphasise sincerity or express genuine surprise.
  26. まったり まったり Chilling out, being mellow, or spending time in a relaxed, unhurried way.
  27. マブい マブい Beautiful, stunning, or gorgeous — a retro 80s-90s slang word experiencing a nostalgic revival.
  28. マット肌 マットはだ Matte skin finish; a shine-free, velvety smooth complexion with no visible glow.
  29. マツエク マツエク Eyelash extensions; semi-permanent lashes applied individually at a salon for a fuller, longer look.
  30. 眉メイク まゆメイク Eyebrow makeup; shaping, filling, and styling eyebrows, which is a major trend topic in Japanese beauty.
  31. マネーリテラシー マネーリテラシー Money literacy; the knowledge and skills needed to make informed financial decisions.
  32. マルチ商法 マルチしょうほう Multi-level marketing (MLM) or pyramid scheme — a business model widely regarded as predatory in Japan.
  33. マインドフルネス マインドフルネス Mindfulness — the practice of present-moment awareness through meditation, widely adopted in corporate wellness programs.
  34. マッサージ マッサージ Massage — body relaxation treatment ranging from professional therapeutic sessions to casual self-massage.
  35. またね またね A casual way to say 'see you later' or 'bye for now.'
  36. またよろ またよろ A super-casual farewell meaning 'see you again, looking forward to it' — combines また (again) with よろしく (best regards).
  37. 本気 まじ Dead serious, for real — the kanji form of マジ, showing how traditional writing meets modern slang pronunciation.
  38. 待ってた まってた I've been waiting for this — an exclamation of excitement when something long-anticipated finally arrives.
  39. 間違いない まちがいない No doubt about it — a strong endorsement meaning something is guaranteed good or a choice is definitely right.
  40. マイクオフ マイクオフ Mic off, muted — having your microphone turned off during a video call, either intentionally or accidentally.
  41. 満員電車 まんいんでんしゃ A packed train — a sardine-can commuter train crammed to 180-200% capacity during rush hour.
  42. マナー違反 マナーいはん Bad manners, etiquette violation — behaviour that breaks unwritten social rules, especially by tourists or in public spaces.
  43. まち歩き まちあるき Town walking — exploring a neighbourhood on foot to discover its character, shops, and atmosphere.
  44. まじそれ まじそれ Seriously that — a short phrase expressing strong agreement, equivalent to 'couldn't agree more' or 'literally this.'
  45. 真顔 まがお Deadpan face — a completely serious, straight-faced expression used as a reaction to absurdity or bad jokes.
  46. まあいいか まあいいか Oh well or whatever — a resigned acceptance that something isn't perfect but good enough to move on.
  47. 待って無理 まってむり Wait, I can't — an overwhelmed reaction to something so funny, amazing, or shocking that you need a moment to process it.
  48. マジかよ マジかよ Are you for real!? — a stronger, more exasperated version of マジか, with added emphasis and a tone of disbelief or complaint.
  49. まてまて まてまて Wait wait — an urgent interjection telling someone to hold on because what they just said or did is too surprising, absurd, or important ...