manga

[mahng-guh, mang‑]

noun

1. a Japanese graphic novel, typically intended for adults, characterized by highly stylized art.

manga

/ ˈmæŋɡə /

noun

1. 1. a type of Japanese comic book with an adult theme

   2. ( as modifier )

      manga videos

Word History and Origins

Origin of manga¹

1985–90; < Japanese: literally, cartoon, comic strip

Example Sentences

Based on a 2016 manga series, the film is the first part of a trilogy that caps off the story of an enormously popular animated TV series launched in 2019.

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“In the manga, it is a very elusive character in that we don’t know if it’s a human being, if it’s alive, if it has any substance,” said Sato.

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For the uninitiated, manga is the Japanese word for comics and graphic novels — meaning it’s a medium and not a genre.

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Some diehard fans, after catching a glimpse of Usagi in the trailer wearing a gas mask on the subway, have speculated at least one game might be inspired by a side story from the manga.

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While the “Demon Slayer” manga was generally positively received, the TV adaptation helped further propel its reach.

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