JLPT N1

宣言

せんげん

declaration, proclamation, announcement

JLPT N1

Character Breakdown

宣

Radical: —

言

Radical: —

Meaning and Usage

"宣言" (せんげん) means a formal declaration or proclamation. It is often used in official or serious contexts where an important announcement or statement is made publicly.

Common Contexts

You will frequently see "宣言" used in political, legal, or formal social situations, such as government policies, intentions, or rights declarations.

Collocations and Patterns

  • "宣言する": to declare or proclaim something explicitly.
  • "独立宣言": declaration of independence.
  • "緊急事態宣言": state of emergency declaration.

Register and Nuance

"宣言" carries a formal and serious tone. It is not used for casual announcements but for significant, often official, statements.

Learner Tips

Avoid confusing "宣言" with casual announcements like "お知らせ". "宣言" implies a strong, formal, and often public statement. Use it when emphasizing the official or solemn nature of the announcement.

Example Sentences

せいふはあたらしいけいざいせいさくをせんげんした。

The government declared a new economic policy.

かれはけっこんのいしをせんげんした。

He declared his intention to get married.

どくりつせんげんはくにのじゆうをしめすじゅうようなぶんしょだ。

The declaration of independence is an important document that signifies the country's freedom.