Japanese word

国務

Pronunciation

Romajikokumu

Meaning

  • nounaffairs of state

Example

国務を担当します。koku mu o tan tō shi ma su

I handle affairs of state.

Illustration for 国務 (affairs of state)

More examples

外交だけでなく、国務全般に精通しています。gai kō da ke de na ku koku mu zen pan ni sei tsū shi te i ma su

I am familiar with all aspects of state affairs, not just diplomacy.

Core concept

Refers to the work and responsibilities involved in governing a country.

Common phrases

  • 国務に当たるkoku mu ni a ta ru

    attend to affairs of state

  • 国務を執るkoku mu o to ru

    conduct affairs of state

Similar words

政務seimu: Political and administrative work carried out by a government.
国政kokusei: The government and administration of a country.
公務kōmu: Official work performed in a public role or for a public body.

Definition in Japanese

国家の運営に関わる政治上の仕事や事務。kok ka no un ei ni kaka wa ru sei ji jō no shi goto ya ji mu

Word origin

国 (koku, "country") + 務 (mu, "duty or work") forms 国務 (kokumu), meaning the work carried out for the state.

Usage tips

  • In formal Japanese, 国務 (kokumu) usually refers to government affairs rather than ordinary business or personal tasks.

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