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neologism; newly coined word; new coinage
A word that has been recently created or invented, either by combining existing elements in a new way or by introducing an entirely new term. Used in linguistic and media discussions about language evolution.
With the spread of social media, new coinages are being born one after another.
Composed of 新造 (newly made) and 語 (word). Japanese has a rich tradition of word creation, particularly through combining kanji compounds, borrowing from English (wasei-eigo), and blending elements from multiple languages.
Common collocations
- 新造語を作る: to coin a new word
- 新造語が定着する: for a neologism to become established
- 新造語が生まれる: for a neologism to emerge
Similar words
- 造語: coined word — a broader term that includes any artificially created word regardless of when it was coined
- 新語: new word — a word that has recently entered the language, whether coined or borrowed
- 流行語: buzzword, trendy expression — a word or phrase that is currently popular, but may not be newly created