言論(げんろん)の自由(じゆう)

げんろんのじゆう
noun
freedom of speech
formallegalpoliticslawsociety
1. freedom of speech; freedom of expression
The right to express one's opinions and ideas without government censorship or restriction. Guaranteed by Article 21 of the Japanese Constitution.
言論(げんろん)の自由(じゆう)は憲法(けんぽう)で保障(ほしょう)されている。
Freedom of speech is guaranteed by the constitution.
言論(げんろん)の自由(じゆう)を守(まも)ることは民主主義(みんしゅしゅぎ)の基本(きほん)だ。
Protecting freedom of speech is fundamental to democracy.
言論(げんろん)の自由(じゆう)は大切(たいせつ)だが、他人(たにん)を傷(きず)つける発言(はつげん)まで許(ゆる)されるわけではない。
Freedom of speech is important, but that does not mean speech that hurts others is permitted.

Usage

A key concept in political discourse, journalism, and legal discussions. Article 21 of the Japanese Constitution (日本国憲法(にほんこくけんぽう)第(だい)21条(じょう)) guarantees freedom of assembly, association, speech, press, and all other forms of expression.

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Related: 表現(ひょうげん)の自由(じゆう) (freedom of expression (broader))
Related: 報道(ほうどう)の自由(じゆう) (freedom of the press)
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