Frequency rank: – (for form じょう: 22,387. – 22,527.)
- judge; magistrateonly applies to はんがん
- 3rd grade official (ritsuryō system); assistant district officer; inspectorarchaismsee also 四等官 and 尉【じょう】
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
Generated: This meaning refers to someone in a position of authority who makes decisions based on the law. They typically preside over court cases and legal matters.
Generated: This meaning pertains to a bureaucratic role within a historical administrative system, specifically in ancient Japan, referring to lower-ranking officials who assist in government functions.