天皇陛下
Meanings
1
His Majesty the Emperor; the Emperor
Respectful title used when referring to the Emperor, especially the Emperor of Japan. The 陛下 part marks the reference as honorific.
His Majesty the Emperor gave an address at the ceremony.
His Majesty the Emperor visited the disaster-stricken area.
Usage patterns
- 天皇陛下が即位されるfor His Majesty the Emperor to ascend the throne
The new Emperor ascended the throne.
- 天皇陛下に拝謁するto have an audience with the Emperor
The ambassador had an audience with the Emperor.
- 天皇陛下万歳"Long live the Emperor!"
The crowd shouted "Long live the Emperor!"