N2
おんしゃ (onsha)
恩赦
pardon, amnesty
💡 Nuance & Usage:
国家の最高権力者が、犯罪者の刑罰を免除したり軽減したりする行為を指します。(Refers to the act by the highest authority of a nation to exempt or reduce the punishment of a criminal.)
📝 Example Sentences
大統領が特定の受刑者に対し恩赦を与えた。
The president granted a pardon to certain prisoners.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "恩赦"!
建国記念日に、多数の囚人が_______によって釈放された。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 国家が刑罰を免除・軽減して囚人を釈放する行為は「恩赦」です。
English: The act of the state exempting/reducing punishment and releasing prisoners is a 'pardon'.
English: The act of the state exempting/reducing punishment and releasing prisoners is a 'pardon'.
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