- teikoku empire; imperial
Formal, often historical or political term for a state ruled by an emperor; contrasts with 王国 (kingdom) by the ruler's title.
ローマ帝国は広大な領土を支配した。
Rōma teikoku wa kōdai na ryōdo o shihai shita.
The Roman Empire ruled vast territories.
大日本帝国は第二次世界大戦で敗れた。
Dai-Nippon Teikoku wa Dainiji Sekai Taisen de yabureta.
The Empire of Japan was defeated in World War II.
⚖️ 王国 (ōkoku) is ruled by a king; 帝国 (teikoku) is ruled by an emperor.
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