Japanese

せいふ
Meaning: government
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

政
府

Example sentences

The Japanese government announced a new policy.
政府の政策に対し、多くの反対意見が出された。
Many opposing opinions were voiced against the government's policy.
政府は新しい法律を定めた
The government established a new law.
政府は来年、消費税率を引き上げることを決定した。
The government decided to raise the consumption tax rate next year.
政府は、警備を強める方針だ。
The government plans to strengthen security.
政府は緊急時の権限を発動した。
The government exercised its emergency powers.
彼は政府の新しい政策に対して異議を唱えた。
He raised an objection to the government's new policy.
政府は、新しいビジネスを始める若者を全面的に支援している。
The government is fully supporting young people who are starting new businesses.
政府は国民に、外出自粛を要請した。
The government requested the citizens to refrain from going out.
政府は大規模な経済支援策を発表した。
The government announced a large-scale economic support measure.

Usage Notes

Refers to the governing body of a nation, state, or community. In Japan, it specifically refers to the Cabinet and administrative agencies.

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