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Base noun referring to the political party currently in power or holding government control. It is often used in contrast to 『野党』 (yatou, 'opposition party'). Example: 『与党は新しい法案を提出した。』 (yotou wa atarashii houan o teishutsu shita., 'The government party submitted a new bill.')
Theme
Two friends, Kenji and User, are discussing politics over coffee at a café in Tokyo. Kenji is a political science student, and User is interested in current events.
与党
よとう
government party, ruling party in power
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Memory Hook
Think of 'yo' as in 'yo, the party in power!' and 'to' as in 'to govern.' 『与党』 (yotou, 'government party') sounds like 'yo-toe'—the party that gives (与) power to rule.
Cultural Note
In Japanese politics, 『与党』 (yotou, 'government party') refers to the political party or coalition that holds the majority in the Diet and forms the government. It's a key term in news and discussions about elections and policy-making.
Forms
Base: 与党Base noun referring to the political party currently in power or holding government control. It is often used in contrast to 『野党』 (yatou, 'opposition party'). Example: 『与党は新しい法案を提出した。』 (yotou wa atarashii houan o teishutsu shita., 'The government party submitted a new bill.')