1.
economic superpower; major economic power
A country with a large, influential economy that plays a significant role in global markets and trade.
As an economic superpower, it also bears great responsibility in the international community.
A compound of 経済 (economy) + 大国 (great power/major nation). Frequently used in news and political discussions about Japan's postwar identity and international role.
Common collocations
- 世界の経済大国: world economic power
- 経済大国としての責任: responsibility as an economic superpower
- 経済大国になる: to become an economic superpower
- 経済大国の地位: status as an economic power
Cultural note
Japan is often described as an 経済大国 in contrast to a 軍事大国 (military power), reflecting its postwar constitution and the emphasis on economic development over military expansion.