掲示

• Reading: けいじ
• Romaji: keiji
• Kanji breakdown: 掲 (kei) — put up, display, publish; 示 (ji) — show, indicate
• Pronunciation: /keː.dʑi/

Meaning

Notice; bulletin; posting. A public announcement displayed for people to read.

A noun that also functions as a suru verb (掲示する). Refers to publicly posted notices — on bulletin boards, in schools, at workplaces, or online. The most common compound is 掲示板 (keijiban, bulletin board/message board), which also refers to internet forums. More formal than simply 貼り紙 (posted paper).

Examples

1. 試験の結果が掲示板に掲示された。 The exam results were posted on the bulletin board.
2. 会議の日程変更を掲示してください。 Please post the change in meeting schedule.
3. ロビーに大事なお知らせが掲示されている。 An important notice is posted in the lobby.

Usage Guide

Context: school, workplace, public facilities

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 掲 (kei, to put up/display) and 示 (ji, to show/indicate). Together, 'putting up something for display' — making information publicly visible.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal