封建
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Base noun form. Describes a feudal system or characteristics. Commonly used in terms like 『封建制度』 (houken seido, 'feudal system') or 『封建社会』 (houken shakai, 'feudal society').
Theme
In a university history seminar, User and Professor Tanaka discuss the characteristics of historical Japanese society after a lecture.
封建
ほうけん
feudalistic
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Picture a 'feudal' castle with a lord and samurai. 『封建』 (houken, 'feudalistic') sounds like 'ho-ken' — think of a 'ho' (lord) and 'ken' (sword) ruling the land!
Cultural Note
『封建』 (houken, 'feudalistic') describes Japan's historical feudal system, which lasted from the 12th to 19th centuries. It's often referenced in history, literature, and media to depict the era of shoguns, daimyos, and samurai.
Forms
Base: 封建Base noun form. Describes a feudal system or characteristics. Commonly used in terms like 『封建制度』 (houken seido, 'feudal system') or 『封建社会』 (houken shakai, 'feudal society').