命令
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Base noun form. Refers to an authoritative instruction or directive given by someone in a position of power, such as a boss, officer, or government. Can be used in legal, military, or organizational settings.
Theme
At a busy izakaya, User and their colleague Yamada are discussing how to handle a difficult customer's request.
命令
めいれい
order, command, decree
Culture & SocietyWork & Business
Memory Hook
Think of 'meirei' (命令) as a 'mei' (命, 'life' or 'order') that 'rei' (令, 'command') gives—like a boss giving a life-or-death command. 'Life-command' → strict order!
Cultural Note
In Japanese workplaces or military contexts, 『命令』 (meirei) is used for formal orders or commands that must be followed. It carries a sense of authority and is often associated with hierarchical structures.
Forms
Base: 命令Base noun form. Refers to an authoritative instruction or directive given by someone in a position of power, such as a boss, officer, or government. Can be used in legal, military, or organizational settings.