English–Japanese

“democracy” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiminshushugi

Example

多くの人が民主主義を支持します。ō ku no hito ga min shu shu gi o shi ji shi ma su

Many people support democracy.

Illustration for 民主主義 (democracy)

How to say “democracy” in Japanese

“Democracy” in Japanese is 民主主義 (minshushugi).

Democracy places political authority in the people and connects government with their expressed will.

Full entry for 民主主義: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 民主主義

民主主義では、少数派の意見も尊重されます。min shu shu gi de wa shō sū ha no i ken mo son chō sa re ma su

In a democracy, minority opinions are respected.

Tips for using 民主主義

  • In English, democracy can describe either a form of government, as in a democracy, or the broader political ideal, as in support for democracy.

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