メッセージ

めっせーじ
noun
message
1. message
A written, spoken, or recorded communication sent to someone.
メッセージ(とど)いた
A message arrived.
メッセージ(おく)った
I sent a message.
Please leave a message on the answering machine.
2. message, meaning (underlying)
The main point or theme that something conveys.
The message of this song is profound.
What is the message of this movie?
Refers to the underlying theme or meaning
This novel contains a message about the importance of peace.

USAGE: メッセージ is a widely used loanword for messages of all types - text messages, voicemails, written notes, or figurative meanings in art/media.

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RELATED:

  • ショートメッセージ/SMS (text message)
  • ボイスメッセージ (voice message)
  • メッセージカード (greeting card)