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Magazine

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌmæɡəˈziːn/","/mæɡ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈmæɡəziːn/","/mæɡ/"]/

Meaning of Magazine

a type of large thin book with a paper cover that you can buy every week or month, containing articles, photographs, etc., often on a particular topic; a similar collection of articles, etc. that appears regularly online

In simple words: A magazine is a thin book with many pages full of pictures and articles about different topics.

Magazine in a sentence

• She loves reading the latest fashion magazine every month.
• I saw an interesting article in a science magazine yesterday.
• He has a collection of old magazines in his attic.
• The photography magazine features stunning images from around the world.
• Many people subscribe to various magazines to stay informed about current events.
• The magazine published a special issue dedicated to travel.
• I often look for recipes in cooking magazines.

How to use Magazine

Used in everyday contexts. Suitable for discussions about reading materials, media, or publications. Avoid in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think 'mag' as in a small bag full of information.

Related words

Collocations with Magazine

• new
• old
• full-colour/​full-color
• copy
• edition
• issue
• leaf through
• look at
• read
• come out
• hit something
• be aimed at somebody
• article
• column
• feature
• in a/​the magazine

Synonyms for Magazine

• publication
• periodical
• journal
• zine
• bulletin

Opposites of Magazine

• book
• manual

Common mistakes with Magazine

• Confused with 'magnet' – they sound similar but have different meanings.
• Using 'magazine' as a verb – it is only a noun.
• Mixing up with 'journal' – magazines are usually less academic.

Frequently asked questions about Magazine

What does Magazine mean?

A magazine is a thin book with many pages full of pictures and articles about different topics.

What is the definition of Magazine?

a type of large thin book with a paper cover that you can buy every week or month, containing articles, photographs, etc., often on a particular topic; a similar collection of articles, etc. that appears regularly online

How do you use Magazine in a sentence?

She loves reading the latest fashion magazine every month.

Can you give another example of Magazine?

I saw an interesting article in a science magazine yesterday.

What are synonyms for Magazine?

Common alternatives include publication, periodical, journal, zine, bulletin.

What is the opposite of Magazine?

Opposite meanings include book, manual.

What words go with Magazine?

It commonly pairs with new, old, full-colour/​full-color, copy, edition, issue, leaf through, look at, read, come out, hit something, be aimed at somebody, article, column, feature, in a/​the magazine.

What are common mistakes when using Magazine?

Confused with 'magnet' – they sound similar but have different meanings. Using 'magazine' as a verb – it is only a noun. Mixing up with 'journal' – magazines are usually less academic.

How do you pronounce Magazine?

US: /["/ˈmæɡəziːn/","/mæɡ/"]/, UK: /["/ˌmæɡəˈziːn/","/mæɡ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Magazine?

Used in everyday contexts. Suitable for discussions about reading materials, media, or publications. Avoid in very formal writing.

What CEFR level is Magazine?

"Magazine" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.