このざま

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Etymology

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From a reverse spelling of Amazon OK. The resulting backwards term kono zama literally means “this situation (derogatory).”

Noun

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このざま or コノザマ (konozama

  1. (Internet slang) the situation where one's preordered goods from Amazon.co.jp are not shipped on their release day, or are cancelled without notification

Usage notes

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  • Usually written in Latin alphabet as konozama (konozama). Used with a touch of self-mocking.