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mangaka
What does mangaka mean?
A person who creates manga — typically both writing and drawing the series. Prolific mangaka are treated as stars in their own right.
"The mangaka went on hiatus to recover from overwork."
Origin
Japanese 漫画家 (mangaka), from manga plus the suffix -ka 'expert/practitioner'.
Frequently asked questions
What is a mangaka?
A mangaka is a person who creates manga, typically both writing and drawing the series themselves.
Where does the word mangaka come from?
From Japanese 漫画家, combining 'manga' with the suffix -ka meaning 'expert' or 'practitioner'.
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