What is another word for anime?

Pronunciation: [ˈanɪmˌe͡ɪ] (IPA)

Anime, a form of animation originating from Japan, has gained worldwide popularity over the years. It has become a significant element of Japanese culture and is now a broad term that encompasses various genres such as action, romance, comedy, etc. Several synonymous words can be used instead of "anime." One such term is "Japanimation." This word is a fusion of Japan and animation, and it portrays the origin of the art form. Another variant is "otaku anime" or simply "otaku." This term is used to describe fans of anime and manga or those with obsessive interests in Japanese culture. Other synonymous words include "manga animation" and "Japanese cartoons".

Synonyms for Anime:

What are the hypernyms for Anime?

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Usage examples for Anime

They use for candles or torches the gum of a tree which is named anime, wrapped up in leaves of palms or fig trees.
"The Story of Magellan and The Discovery of the Philippines"
Hezekiah Butterworth
The expression in some of the heads, the contrast between the angelic pitying spirits and the anxious haggard features of the "anime del Purgatorio" are very fine and animated.
"Legends of the Madonna"
Mrs. Jameson

Famous quotes with Anime

  • The rise of anime had to happen. If the Japanese could tell better American stories, it would go through the roof. They still tell stories which are very much oriental. I take my hat off to them.
    Ralph Bakshi
  • My kids love anime, but I don't show them the really graphic stuff.
    Brad Bird
  • I'd forgotten I'd done the anime called Spirited Away, the English version of a Japanese film.
    David Ogden Stiers
  • I want to have the fun of doing anime and I love anime, but I can't do storyboards because I can't really draw and that's what they live and die on.
    Quentin Tarantino
  • I take time to watch anime. I don't know whether I'm allowed to, but I do it anyway.
    Larry Wall

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