Japanese · Culture & Society
社会
shakai
Society
Intermediatenoun
Definition
The aggregate of people living together in an ordered community. Japanese society places great emphasis on group harmony and collective well-being.
Example
社会のルールを守ることが大切です。
It is important to follow the rules of society.
Etymology
'社会' (shakai) combines '社' (sha, meaning 'company or society') and '会' (kai, meaning 'meeting or gathering'). The concept has evolved over centuries to encompass various forms of social organization.
How & Where It’s Used
'社会' is widely utilized in both formal and informal contexts, especially in academic and social discussions. It appears in written texts like newspapers and reports.