憲法
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Noun referring to the supreme law of a country, outlining its government structure and citizens' rights. Used in phrases like 『憲法を守る』 (kenpou o mamoru, 'protect the constitution').
Theme
In a university law class, User and their professor, Professor Tanaka, are discussing constitutional principles and their applications.
憲法
けんぽう
constitution
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Think of 'constitution' as a 'ken' (sword) that 'po' (protects) the law — 『憲法』 (kenpou, 'constitution') sounds like 'ken-po', a protective legal document.
Cultural Note
The Japanese Constitution, known as 『日本国憲法』 (Nihonkoku Kenpou, 'Constitution of Japan'), was enacted in 1947 and is famous for its Article 9, which renounces war. It's a fundamental part of Japanese law and society, often discussed in education and politics.
Forms
Base: 憲法Noun referring to the supreme law of a country, outlining its government structure and citizens' rights. Used in phrases like 『憲法を守る』 (kenpou o mamoru, 'protect the constitution').