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hereditary succession; inheriting a position by birthright
A system where a title, position, or role is passed down within a family from one generation to the next. Commonly discussed in the context of politics, monarchy, and traditional arts.
世襲議員が増えている。
The number of hereditary politicians is increasing.
この職業は代々世襲されてきた。
This occupation has been passed down through the generations.
歌舞伎の世界では芸名を世襲する伝統がある。
In the world of kabuki, there is a tradition of inheriting stage names.
A topic that frequently appears in discussions about Japanese politics and traditional performing arts.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 世襲議員 (hereditary politician)
- 世襲制 (hereditary system)
- 世襲制度 (system of hereditary succession)
- 地盤を世襲する (to inherit a political base)
USAGE NOTE:
In Japanese politics, 世襲議員 refers to politicians who inherit their parent's constituency and political base. This is a prominent feature of Japanese politics that generates ongoing debate. In traditional arts like 歌舞伎 and 能, hereditary succession of stage names and roles is an honored tradition.