無所属
Meanings
1
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
independent; non-partisan; unaffiliated
Primarily used in political contexts for candidates or lawmakers not belonging to any party. Also used more broadly for people without organizational affiliation.
He ran as an independent.
The number of independent lawmakers is increasing.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉は無所属で立候補するto run for office as an independent (with no party affiliation)
He ran as an independent candidate in the city council election.
- 無所属になるto become unaffiliated (e.g. leave a party)
The number of lawmakers who have left their parties and become independents is increasing.
- 無所属を貫くto remain independent throughout, without joining any party
Even after being elected, she has stuck to remaining independent.
Expressions
- 無所属クラブgroup of independents; independent caucus