共和制
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Meanings
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republican system; republicanism
Refers to the political system in which the head of state is not a monarch, typically with elected representatives. Often contrasted with 君主制 (monarchy).
Japan is a constitutional monarchy, but many countries adopt a republican system.
Under a republican system, the president is generally the head of state.
Usage patterns
- 共和制を敷くto establish a republican system
After the revolution, the country established a republican system.
- 共和制に移行するto transition to a republic
Some countries transition from a monarchy to a republic.
- 〈国〉は共和制を採用する(a country) adopts a republican system
France has adopted a republican system.