prefecture
1 synonym for prefecture, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A region or administrative division governed by a prefect, especially in countries like Japan or France.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use prefecture
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Japanese prefecture
prefecture office
local prefecture
Etymology
From Latin praefectura, formed from prefect plus -ure.
Full origin of prefecture →Frequently asked questions
What does “prefecture” mean?
The word “prefecture” means a region or administrative division governed by a prefect, especially in countries like Japan or France. In plain terms, a government region headed by a prefect — used especially to describe Japanese administrative divisions.
How do you pronounce “prefecture”?
“Prefecture” is pronounced PREE-fehkt-shuh (/ˈpɹiˌfɛkt͡ʃəɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “prefecture” in a sentence?
Here is “prefecture” used in a sentence: “Osaka is one of Japan's largest prefectures by population.”
What part of speech is “prefecture”?
“Prefecture” is a noun.
Where does the word “prefecture” come from?
The word “prefecture” comes from Latin. From Latin praefectura, formed from prefect plus -ure.
Is “prefecture” a common word?
“Prefecture” is an uncommon word in modern English.
