noun
material; information; news item
Refers to raw material for a story, article, or report; often used in journalism and content creation.
See also: たね
記者は記事のネタを探している。
The reporter is looking for material for an article.
その話はいいネタになる。
That story will make good material.
noun
joke; comedy routine; made-up story
Used for jokes, comedic bits, or fabricated stories; common in entertainment contexts.
彼はいつも面白いネタを披露する。
He always performs funny routines.
それはただのネタだから、本気にしないで。
That's just a made-up story, so don't take it seriously.
noun
Informal use for incriminating or supporting evidence; often in contexts like scandals or investigations.
警察は彼の関与を示すネタをつかんだ。
The police got hold of evidence showing his involvement.
noun
Refers to a magician's trick or the secret behind a trick; also used for hidden know-how.
マジシャンはネタを明かさない。
The magician doesn't reveal his tricks.
noun
sushi ingredients; topping
Specifically used in sushi restaurants for the fish or other toppings placed on rice.
See also: 種
この店はネタが新鮮だ。
This shop has fresh sushi toppings.
noun
Internet slang for a meme or viral content.
その画像はネットで人気のネタになった。
That image became a popular meme online.