国務大臣 (こくむだいじん, kokumudaijin) Japanese meaning | KotomoraHe was appointed as a minister of state.
Ministers of state play an important role as members of the Cabinet.
Usage patterns
〈人〉を国務大臣に任命するto appoint someone as a minister of state
The prime minister appointed her as a minister of state.
国務大臣を務めるto serve as a minister of state
He has served as a minister of state for many years.
国務大臣としてin one's capacity as a minister of state
She held a press conference in her capacity as a minister of state.
