1.
insurance company; insurer
A company that provides insurance products including life insurance, health insurance, auto insurance, and property insurance.
A compound of 保険 (insurance) and 会社 (company). Insurance is a significant industry in Japan, and dealings with insurance companies are a common part of adult life — from car accidents and health matters to life insurance and home insurance.
Common collocations
- 保険会社に加入する: to sign up with an insurance company
- 保険会社に請求する: to file a claim with an insurance company
- 保険会社に問い合わせる: to inquire with an insurance company
- 保険会社の担当者: insurance company representative