VocabJLPT N1
constitution
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. constitution
  2. 2. rules
  3. 3. Constitution
This noun refers to a constitution, the fundamental set of laws and principles that govern a country. In Japan, it particularly refers to the postwar constitution established in 1947, which is often discussed in political and civic contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My friend told me, "The articles of the constitution are surprisingly short."

Sentence 2

Honestly, isn't the constitution just too hard to understand?

Sentence 3

I noted "conflict over constitutional interpretation" in my press notes.

Sentence 4

Can you really talk about politics without knowing the constitution?

Sentence 5

The Chief Cabinet Secretary stated they would respond within the bounds of the constitution.