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“authorities” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajitōkyoku

Example

当局から新しい発表がありました。tō kyoku ka ra atara shi i hap pyō ga a ri ma shi ta

There was a new announcement from the authorities.

Illustration for 当局 (authorities)

How to say “authorities” in Japanese

“Authorities” in Japanese is 当局 (tōkyoku).

Refers to the official body that has the power and responsibility to make decisions or take action in a given matter.

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

Example sentences with 当局

問題が解決するまで、当局は詳細を公表しない方針です。mon dai ga kai ketsu su ru ma de tō kyoku wa shō sai o kō hyō shi na i hō shin de su

The authorities plan not to disclose the details until the problem is resolved.

Tips for using 当局

  • In Japanese news reports, 当局 (tōkyoku) often leaves the exact government office or agency unnamed when its identity is not stated.

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