noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Refers to a group of people gathered for a meeting, lecture, or religious service. Often used in formal or religious contexts.
会衆は講演に熱心に耳を傾けた。
The audience listened attentively to the lecture.
教会の会衆は賛美歌を歌った。
The church congregation sang a hymn.