Meaning

Primary

Constitution

Word Type

noun, の adjective

Explanation

The constitution laws are what makes up the constitution.

Reading

けんぽう
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Context Sentences

それって憲法違反じゃないですか?

Isn't that a violation of the Constitution?

憲法の全文を丸暗記しています。

I'm trying to memorize the full text of the Constitution through rote memorization.

表現の自由は憲法で保証されています。

Freedom of expression is guaranteed by the Constitution.

憲法改正案の見直しで忙しい。

I'm busy reviewing the constitutional amendment.

Kanji Composition