1.
expert, learned person, person of knowledge
A person with specialized knowledge or expertise in a particular field. Often used in formal and governmental contexts to refer to advisors or committee members.
有識者の意見を聞く。
To hear the opinions of experts.
政府は有識者会議を設置した。
The government established an expert panel.
教育改革について有識者を集めた検討委員会が開かれた。
A review committee of experts was convened to discuss educational reform.
USAGE:
A formal term commonly encountered in news and government contexts. Frequently appears in the compound 有識者会議 (expert panel/advisory council), which is a common mechanism for policy consultation in Japan.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 有識者会議: expert panel, advisory council
- 有識者懇談会: expert discussion group
- 有識者の見解: expert opinion