党勢
Meanings
1
party strength; political influence of a party
Refers to the overall power, influence, or momentum of a political party, often in terms of membership, electoral performance, or public support. Common in news reporting.
As a result of the election, the party's strength expanded.
The decline of the party's influence became clear.
Usage patterns
- 党勢を拡大するto expand a party's strength/influence
The ruling party expanded its strength in the local elections.
- 党勢を伸ばすto increase a party's influence
The new party is growing its support among young voters.
- 党勢が衰えるfor a party's strength to decline
The party's strength declined due to the scandal.
- 党勢を回復するto recover a party's strength
The party is trying to recover its strength by pushing reforms.