Effect of ZnO nanoparticles on the dielectric and magnetic behavior of bismuth ferrite ceramics en en Bismuth ferrite (BiFeO3, BFO) is a promising multiferroic material due to its inherent ferroelectric and antiferromagnetic properties; however, its practical applications are limited by weak dielectric and magnetic performance, as well as challenges in achieving pure-phase synthesis. In this study, the effects of incorporating zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles at 0.5, 1, and 2 wt% on the dielectric and magnetic properties of BFO ceramics were systematically investigated. X-ray diffraction analysis confirmed that the addition of ZnO suppressed the formation of secondary phases and enhanced phase purity. A notable increase in relative density (from 94.3% to 98.2%) and a corresponding reduction in porosity were observed with increasing ZnO content. The dielectric constant significantly improved from 450 (pure BFO) to 4900 (2 wt% ZnO) at 1 kHz, albeit accompanied by a moderate rise in dielectric loss. Magnetic measurements revealed an increase in saturation magnetization from 0.18 to 0.44 emu/g and a decrease in coercivity from 810 to 560 Oe. These enhancements are attributed to the reduction of non-magnetic secondary phases, improved densification, and structural modifications induced by ZnO incorporation. 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