Translation guide
A prince consort is the husband of a reigning queen who is not himself a king. In Japanese, this is expressed with specific titles, and the concept is closely tied to the imperial family.
Referring to the husband of a queen regnant, who holds the title of prince rather than king.
This is the standard Japanese term for a prince consort, specifically the husband of a reigning queen. It is used in formal and official contexts.
Queen Elizabeth's prince consort was Prince Philip.
Used specifically for the husband of a reigning empress in the Japanese imperial context. Less common than 王配.
A descriptive phrase meaning 'husband of the queen'. It is more explanatory and less formal than 王配.
王配 (おうはい) is used for the husband of a queen (女王), while 皇配 (こうはい) is used for the husband of an empress (皇后). In modern Japan, the imperial system uses 皇配 when referring to the consort of a female emperor, though historically this has been rare.
The prince consort attended the official duties.
The queen's husband appeared in public.