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本会議 (ほんかいぎ) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Meanings 1
noun
plenary session ; regular session
Refers to a formal meeting of all members of a body, such as a parliament, committee, or conference. Often used in political or organizational contexts.
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The bill was passed in the regular session.
Kanji 議 deliberation, consultation, debate Similar words 総そう 会かい 総会 is a general meeting of all members, often used for annual meetings or shareholder meetings, while 本会議 specifically implies a formal session of a legislative or official body.
委い 員いん 会かい 委員会 is a committee or sub-group meeting, whereas 本会議 is the full assembly meeting.
Etymology Compound of 本 (main, full) and 会議 (meeting, conference). The term is straightforward and modern, with no obscure historical derivation.
