Translation guide
The concept of aristocracy can refer to a social class, a system of government, or the quality of being noble. In Japanese, different words are used depending on the nuance.
Referring to the group of people who hold noble titles and high social status, especially in historical contexts.
The most common and general term for the nobility as a social class. Can be used for any country's aristocracy.
He comes from the aristocracy.
The British aristocracy still holds some influence.
Specifically refers to the Japanese peerage system (kazoku) that existed from 1869 to 1947. Use only in Japanese historical context.
The kazoku peerage system was abolished after the war.
A form of government where power is held by the nobility.
The abstract quality of excellence, refinement, or moral superiority associated with the aristocracy.
Elegance, grace, refinement. Often used to describe a person's demeanor or atmosphere.
She has a natural aristocracy about her.
Nobility, loftiness. Can refer to character or birth.
There is an aristocracy in his manner.
Aristocratic (adjective). Describes something characteristic of the aristocracy, often implying elegance or exclusivity.
When describing a person's noble bearing, do not directly translate 'aristocracy' as 貴族. Use 気品 or 高貴さ instead. Saying 彼は貴族がある is incorrect.
He has an air of aristocracy.
That country is effectively an aristocracy/oligarchy.
そのホテルは貴族的な雰囲気だ。
The hotel has an aristocratic atmosphere.