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manhwa

What does manhwa mean?

Korean comic books and graphic novels, typically read left-to-right; a growing source of cosplay characters at conventions.

"Her manhwa cosplay of a Solo Leveling character drew a crowd."

Origin

Korean 만화 (manhwa), the Korean equivalent of 'manga.'

Frequently asked questions

What is manhwa?
It's Korean comic books and graphic novels, typically read left-to-right, and a growing source of cosplay characters at conventions.
How is manhwa different from manga?
Manhwa is the Korean equivalent of manga; a key practical difference is that manhwa is usually read left-to-right rather than right-to-left.
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