English–Japanese

“aide” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajihosa

Example

彼女は市長の補佐です。kano jo wa shi chō no ho sa de su

She is the mayor's aide.

Illustration for 補佐 (aide)

How to say “aide” in Japanese

“Aide” in Japanese is 補佐 (hosa).

Describes a person who supports someone in an official role by helping with that person's duties.

Full entry for 補佐: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 補佐

会議では、彼が議長の補佐を務めます。kai gi de wa kare ga gi chō no ho sa o tsuto me ma su

At the meeting, he will serve as the chairperson's aide.

Tips for using 補佐

  • In English news reports, aide often appears in phrases such as a presidential aide or a campaign aide, meaning a staff member in a supporting role rather than a personal friend.

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