公営保険 (こうえいほけん) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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noun
public insurance
Insurance operated by a public entity, such as national health insurance or public pension plans.
precipitous, inaccessible place, impregnable position
Similar words
- 社会保険
社会保険 (social insurance) is a broader category that includes public insurance, but also encompasses employer-based and other mandatory schemes.
- 民間保険
民間保険 (private insurance) is offered by private companies, in contrast to public insurance.
Etymology
Compound of 公営 (publicly operated) and 保険 (insurance).