English–Japanese
“accession to the throne” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajisokui
Example
新しい国王は春に即位しました。atara shi i koku ō wa haru ni soku i shi ma shi ta
The new king acceded to the throne in spring.
How to say “accession to the throne” in Japanese
“Accession to the throne” in Japanese is 即位 (sokui).
Centers on a ruler formally taking the position and authority of a monarch.
Example sentences with 即位
王位継承が決まり、国王の即位が正式に発表されました。ō i kei shō ga ki ma ri koku ō no soku i ga sei shiki ni hap pyō sa re ma shi ta
After the succession was settled, the king's accession was officially announced.
Tips for using 即位
- The English term accession refers to 即位 (sokui) as the beginning of a reign, while coronation refers to a ceremony that can take place later.