noun
single transferable vote; STV
A proportional representation voting system in which voters rank candidates in order of preference. Technical term used in political science and electoral system discussions.
アイルランドでは単記移譲式投票が国政選挙で採用されている。
In Ireland, the single transferable vote is used in national elections.
比例代表制 is a broader category of proportional representation, while 単記移譲式投票 is a specific type of proportional system.
Compound of 単記 (single entry), 移譲 (transfer), 式 (style), and 投票 (vote). A direct translation of the English term 'single transferable vote'.