English Explanatory Dictionary

shojo

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A style of anime and manga intended for young women.
adj
  1. Being in the style of shōjo manga or anime.
noun
  1. A creature in Japanese folklore, often depicted as a sea spirit with red hair and a fondness for alcohol.

Pronunciation

/ˈʃəʊˌd͡ʒəʊ/ /ˈʃoʊˌd͡ʒoʊ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-shojo.wav

Word forms

shojo shōjo shoujo more shojo most shojo

Etymology

From Japanese 少女(しょうじょ) (shōjo, “young woman”).

Related words

shoujo ai
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