Translation guide
The Japanese cabinet minister responsible for health, labor, and welfare policies. This is a specific government title, not a general term.
Referring to the Japanese cabinet minister in charge of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare.
The standard official title for the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare in Japan. Used in formal and news contexts.
厚生労働大臣は今日、新しい政策を発表した。
The Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare announced a new policy today.
A common abbreviation used in news headlines and informal political discussions.
厚労大臣が会見を開いた。
The health minister held a press conference.
In very formal documents or diplomatic contexts, the full title is preferred. In everyday conversation or news, the abbreviation is common.
正式な文書では「厚生労働大臣」、日常会話では「厚労大臣」が使われます。
In official documents, 'Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare' is used; in everyday conversation, the abbreviation is used.
In Japanese media, the title is often shortened to 厚労大臣 (こうろうだいじん). This is acceptable in most contexts except very formal ones.