noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
self-determination; deciding for oneself
Refers to making one's own decision, especially in political or personal contexts. Often used in phrases like 民族自決 (ethnic self-determination).
民族自決の原則は国際社会で広く認められている。
The principle of ethnic self-determination is widely recognized in the international community.
He has the right to decide his own career path.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
suicide; taking one's own life
A formal or literary term for suicide, often implying a deliberate, honorable, or forced act. More common in historical or dramatic contexts; 自殺 is the general term.
戦国時代、多くの武将が自決を選んだ。
During the Warring States period, many warlords chose suicide.
彼は責任を取って自決した。
He took his own life to accept responsibility.