Translation and Meaning of: 公共 - koukyou
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 公共 (koukyou) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: koukyou
Kana: こうきょう
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n2
Translation / Meaning: public; community; public service; society; communal
Meaning in English: public;community;public service;society;communal
Definition: A word that refers to a place or service that is usually available to people.
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Explanation and Etymology - (公共) koukyou
The Japanese word 「公共」 (koukyou) has a meaning that is closely tied to the concept of "public" or "community." In the Japanese language, 「公共」 is often used to describe goods or services that are made available to the general public, such as public transportation, public spaces, and government infrastructure. This term is widely used in everyday contexts related to public administration, urban planning, and social infrastructure.
Etymologically, 「公共」 is composed of two kanji: 「公」 and 「共」. The kanji 「公」 (kou) means "public," "official," or "government," and is associated with activities or entities that are made available or managed by the state or a community. On the other hand, the kanji 「共」 (kyou) translates to "together" or "share," referring to something that is common to all people in a community. This kanji evokes the idea of something collective or shared among the members of a group or society.
The origin of these kanji goes back to ancient China, where they had similar meanings. 「公」 represented the responsibilities and duties of the government towards the citizens, while 「共」 symbolized the idea of collectivity and solidarity among people. These notions were incorporated into Japanese culture, being used to structure expressions that denote collective responsibility and common well-being. As a result, 「公共」 plays a fundamental role in the conception of services and initiatives aimed at meeting the needs of a society equitably.
In contemporary Japan, the expression 「公共」 is frequently used in contexts such as public transportation (「公共交通機関」, koukyou koutsuu kikan), public parks (「公共施設」, koukyou shisetsu), and other public services and infrastructures. The importance of an efficient and accessible public system is a central aspect of urban development and social policy in Japan, reflecting the regular use of this term in discussions about social improvements and shared services.
Synonyms and similar words
- 公益 (koueki) - public interest; collective well-being;
- 公的 (kouteki) - Official; related to the public sector;
- 公共性 (kōkyō-sei) - Quality of being public; public nature;
- 公共的 (kōkyō-teki) - Decisions or actions made on behalf of the public;
- 公共施設 (kōkyō shisetsu) - Public facilities;
- 公共事業 (kōkyō jigyō) - Projects or works of public interest;
- 公共交通 (kōkyō kōtsū) - Public transport;
- 公共サービス (kōkyō sābisu) - Public services;
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: こうきょう koukyou
How to Write in Japanese - (公共) koukyou
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (公共) koukyou:
Example Sentences - (公共) koukyou
Below are some example sentences:
Yopparai wa kōkyō no ba de sawagu beki de wa arimasen
Drunks should not make noise in public places.
Drunk should not make noise in public.
- 酔っ払い - It means "drunk" in Japanese.
- は - topic particle in Japanese, indicating that the subject of the sentence is the "drunkard".
- 公共の場 - It means "public space" in Japanese.
- で - Location particle in Japanese, indicating that the action takes place in "public space".
- 騒ぐ - It means "make noise" in Japanese.
- べきではありません - Expression in Japanese that indicates a prohibition or a negative obligation, in this case, it means "must not do".
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