English–Japanese
“new book” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajishinkan
Example
新刊を予約しました。shin kan o yo yaku shi ma shi ta
I preordered the new book.
How to say “new book” in Japanese
“New book” in Japanese is 新刊 (shinkan).
Centers on a recently published book as it enters the market, rather than simply a book that is new to the reader.
Example sentences with 新刊
友人から新刊の感想を聞いて、私も読みたくなりました。yū jin ka ra shin kan no kan sō o ki i te watashi mo yo mi ta ku na ri ma shi ta
After hearing my friend's thoughts on the new book, I wanted to read it too.
Tips for using 新刊
- In Japanese bookstores, 新刊 (shinkan) labels a recently published book, while a new release in English can also refer to music, films, or games.