Meaning

Primary

Petition

Alternative

Appeal

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

Exhibit your feelings in a petition. If you feel something is unjust you have to say something. Form an appeal and fight back!

Reading

ちんじょう
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

請願・陳情は、住民の意見や要望を反映させるための制度です。

A petition is a system to reflect the opinions and requests of the residents.

Kanji Composition