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end of serialization; conclusion of a series
The conclusion or discontinuation of a work that has been published in installments, most commonly used for manga series in magazines but also applicable to novels, columns, or web series.
あの漫画が連載終了した。
That manga ended its serialization.
連載終了の発表にファンから悲しみの声が上がった。
When the end of serialization was announced, fans expressed their sadness.
10年続いた人気漫画が来月連載終了を迎えることが明らかになった。
It was revealed that the popular manga that ran for ten years will reach its conclusion next month.
Compound of 連載 (serialization) and 終了 (end; conclusion). This is a key term in manga and publishing culture. A 連載終了 can be either a planned conclusion (完結) or an early cancellation (打ち切り).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 連載終了を迎える: to reach the end of serialization
- 連載終了が発表される: end of serialization is announced
- 連載終了後: after serialization ends
- 惜しまれつつ連載終了: ending serialization to widespread regret
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 完結: completion, implies the story reached its intended conclusion
- 打ち切り: cancellation, implies early termination due to low popularity
- 最終回: final episode/installment, refers to the last chapter itself