English–Japanese
“foreign minister” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajigaishō
Example
外相は記者会見を開きました。gai shō wa ki sha kai ken o hira ki ma shi ta
The foreign minister held a press conference.
How to say “foreign minister” in Japanese
“Foreign minister” in Japanese is 外相 (gaishō).
Refers to the government minister who manages diplomatic relations and represents a country in dealings with foreign governments.
Example sentences with 外相
外相は来月、隣国を訪問します。gai shō wa rai getsu rin goku o hō mon shi ma su
The foreign minister will visit a neighboring country next month.
Tips for using 外相
- The title 外相 (gaishō) is a formal political title, so it refers to a cabinet official rather than to any diplomat working in a foreign embassy.