長編小説
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Meanings
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novel; full-length novel; long novel
Refers to a long work of fiction, typically a novel as opposed to a short story or novella. Often used in literary contexts.
He is writing a new novel.
This novel is the first volume of a trilogy.
Usage patterns
- 〈長編小説〉に挑戦するto take on the challenge of writing/reading a long novel
He took on the challenge of writing a full-length novel for the first time.
- 〈長編小説〉を書き上げるto finish writing a long novel
She spent three years finishing a full-length novel.