English–Japanese
“rejection” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajihiketsu
Example
委員会はその案を否決しました。i in kai wa so no an o hi ketsu shi ma shi ta
The committee rejected the proposal.
How to say “rejection” in Japanese
“Rejection” in Japanese is 否決 (hiketsu).
Describes a formal decision that turns down a proposal or motion through an official vote.
Example sentences with 否決
野党は予算案の否決を主張しました。ya tō wa yo san an no hi ketsu o shu chō shi ma shi ta
The opposition argued for rejecting the budget bill.
Tips for using 否決
- Unlike the broad English word "rejection," 否決 (hiketsu) usually refers to a proposal being turned down through a formal vote or decision.