このざま
Japanese
Etymology
A reverse spelling of Amazon OK, which literally means “this situation.”
Noun
このざま (katakana コノザマ, rōmaji konozama)
- (Internet slang) The situation where one's preordered goods from Amazon.co.jp are not shipped on their release day or sometimes cancelled without notification.
Usage notes
- Usually written in Latin alphabet (konozama). Used with a touch of self-mocking.