雑誌

• Reading: ざっし
• Romaji: zasshi
• Kanji breakdown: 雑 (zatsu/za) — miscellaneous, mixed; 誌 (shi) — magazine, journal, record
• Pronunciation: /zaɕ.ɕi/

Meaning

Magazine; journal; periodical. A publication issued at regular intervals containing articles and images.

Japan has a thriving magazine culture covering every conceivable topic including fashion, manga, cooking, and hobbies. Convenience stores dedicate large sections to magazine displays. Weekly manga magazines like 週刊少年ジャンプ are particularly iconic.

Examples

1. この雑誌は面白いです。 This magazine is interesting.
2. 雑誌を買いにコンビニへ行きました。 I went to the convenience store to buy a magazine.
3. 友達に雑誌を借りました。 I borrowed a magazine from a friend.

Usage Guide

Context: reading, shopping, leisure

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 雑 (zatsu/za, miscellaneous) + 誌 (shi, record/journal). Literally 'miscellaneous records,' reflecting the varied content of magazines.

Cultural Context

Era: Meiji era

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal