Translation and Meaning of: 新聞 - shinbun
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 新聞 (shinbun) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: shinbun
Kana: しんぶん
Type: Noun
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Translation / Meaning: newspaper
Meaning in English: newspaper
Definition: Printed material summarizing news and articles.
Sumário
- Etymology
- Vocabulary
- Writing
- Phrases
Explanation and Etymology - (新聞) shinbun
The word 「新聞」 (shinbun) is widely used to refer to "newspaper" in Japan. Its etymology dates back to the period when the communication of news began to formalize in printed format. The kanji 「新」 (shin) means "new," while 「聞」 (bun) means "to hear" or "news." Thus, the combination of the kanji characters encapsulates the idea of "hearing new things," which is an apt description for a newspaper that brings recent news.
The origin of the expression 「新聞」 arises from the historical need to disseminate information quickly and efficiently. In Japan, as in many other places, the emergence of modern journalism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries brought about a transformation in the way events and ideas were communicated. The term 「新聞」 was officially adopted to describe periodical publications dedicated to reporting daily or regular occurrences, reflecting the development and modernization of the country.
Historical and Cultural Aspects
The advent of the newspaper 「新聞」 in Japan brought a revolution in communication. In addition to informing, newspapers contributed to literacy and civic engagement among Japanese people. Features such as the emergence of daily news, editorials, and opinion articles helped shape public opinion and social debate. This practice remains alive today, with publications like Asahi Shimbun and Yomiuri Shimbun, which are among the most respected and widely circulated newspapers in the world.
- "新" (shin) - New, recent
- "聞" (bun) - To hear, news
- "新聞社" (shinbunsha) - News company, publisher
- "Journalist" (shinbun kisha) - "新聞記者"
The importance of 「新聞」 extends beyond national borders, demonstrating Japan's ability to adapt and integrate international concepts within its traditions. Today, technology has transformed the way people consume 「新聞」, with a significant shift to digital platforms, while maintaining the informative essence that the term has always carried. This evolution reflects the ongoing nature of the quest for information and the digital age we live in.
Synonyms and similar words
- 新聞紙 (shinbunshi) - Newsprint
- 新聞記事 (shinbun kiji) - Newspaper article
- 新聞報道 (shinbun houdou) - Journalistic report
- 新聞出版 (shinbun shuppan) - Journalistic publication
- 新聞業 (shinbungyou) - Newspaper industry
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: しんぶん shinbun
How to Write in Japanese - (新聞) shinbun
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (新聞) shinbun:
Example Sentences - (新聞) shinbun
Below are some example sentences:
Watashi wa mainichi shinbun o koudoku shiteimasu
I read the newspaper every day.
I am reading the newspaper every day.
- 私 - personal pronoun "I"
- は - topic particle
- 毎日 - "every day"
- 新聞 - "newspaper"
- を - direct object particle
- 講読 - "read aloud; read in public"
- しています - polite form of the verb "to do" in the present continuous
Shinbun wo yomu no ga suki desu
I like to read newspapers.
- 新聞 - means "newspaper" in Japanese
- を - object particle in Japanese
- 読む - verb meaning "to read" in Japanese
- のが - particle indicating a nominal phrase in Japanese
- 好き - adjective meaning "to like" in Japanese
- です - verb to be/estar in Japanese
Katsuji wo tsukatte shinbun wo tsukurimasu
Make a newspaper using impressions.
- 活字 - movable metal characters used in printing
- を - object particle
- 使って - conjugated form of the verb "tsukatte", meaning "to use"
- 新聞 - newspaper
- を - object particle
- 作ります - conjugated form of the verb "tsukurimasu", meaning "to do"
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