English–Japanese
“ruling party” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajiyotō
Example
選挙後も与党は政権を維持しました。sen kyo go mo yo tō wa sei ken o i ji shi ma shi ta
The ruling party maintained its hold on power after the election.
How to say “ruling party” in Japanese
“Ruling party” in Japanese is 与党 (yotō).
Describes the political party that forms and supports the government in power.
Example sentences with 与党
連立政権で与党が協力しています。ren ritsu sei ken de yo tō ga kyō ryoku shi te i ma su
The ruling parties are cooperating in a coalition government.
Tips for using 与党
- In parliamentary systems, the ruling party may lead a coalition, so the term does not always mean that one party governs alone.