Translation guide
A political ideology centered on citizenship in a state organized as a republic, where the people hold popular sovereignty. This guide covers how to express the concept of republicanism in Japanese, from direct translations to related political terms.
共和主義
republicanism (political ideology)
The general concept of republicanism as a political philosophy advocating for a republican form of government.
The standard translation for 'republicanism' as a political ideology. Used in academic and formal contexts.
共和主義は君主制に反対する政治思想です。
Republicanism is a political ideology that opposes monarchy.
Refers to the system of a republic, often used when discussing the form of government rather than the ideology.
その国は共和制を採用している。
That country has adopted a republican system.
The active support or promotion of a republican form of government, often in contrast to monarchy.
Literally 'support for a republican system'. Used when referring to the stance of advocating for a republic.
彼の共和制支持は有名だ。
His support for republicanism is well-known.
Refers to the republican faction or those who belong to the republican movement. Often used in historical contexts.
フランス革命では共和派が王政を打倒した。
During the French Revolution, the republicans overthrew the monarchy.
The values and principles associated with republicanism, such as civic virtue, rule of law, and popular sovereignty.
The ideals or principles of republicanism. Used when discussing the philosophical underpinnings.
共和主義の理念には市民の徳が含まれる。
The principles of republicanism include civic virtue.
The spirit of republicanism; a somewhat literary term emphasizing the ethos of a republic.
彼らは共和精神に基づいて行動した。
They acted based on the spirit of republicanism.
In Japanese, '共和主義' is the direct translation, but depending on context, you might use '共和制' (republican system) or '共和派' (republican faction). For everyday conversation about supporting a republic, '共和制支持' is clearer.