校長
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Base noun form. Refers to the head or principal of a school, such as in elementary, middle, or high schools.
Theme

At a school event, User is a parent talking with Tanaka-sensei, a teacher, about the school's leadership and upcoming changes.

校長

こうちょう

principal, headmaster

People & IdentityOccupations & Roles

Memory Hook

Think of a 'school' (校 kou) 'leader' (長 chou) — the principal is the head of the school. 'School leader' → 校長 (kouchou, 'principal, headmaster').

Cultural Note

In Japanese schools, the principal (校長 kouchou) holds a respected position and is often involved in ceremonies and administrative duties, similar to principals in other countries.

Forms

Base: 校長Base noun form. Refers to the head or principal of a school, such as in elementary, middle, or high schools.