noun
proportional representation
A system in which the number of seats a party wins is proportional to the number of votes it receives. Used in political contexts, especially regarding elections.
日本の衆議院選挙では、比例代表と小選挙区の二つの方式が使われる。
In Japan's House of Representatives elections, two systems are used: proportional representation and single-seat constituencies.
Refers to single-seat constituencies, a contrasting electoral system where one candidate is elected per district, unlike proportional representation which allocates seats based on party vote share.
Compound of 比例 (proportion) and 代表 (representation), directly translating the English term 'proportional representation'.