adjective

prefectural

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Prefectural (adjective) means relating to a prefecture or its level of government. Example: “The prefectural office handles regional administrative matters in Japan.”

adjective

Relating to a prefecture or its level of government.

"But Mr. Fukuda appeared to have enough support to win a majority of the 528 votes in the election, with 387 party lawmakers each holding one vote, and prefectural chapters holding 141 votes." — Norimitsu Onishi, Party Chiefs in Japan Favor Veteran (2007)

"The prefectural office handles regional administrative matters in Japan."

How to use prefectural

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes anything belonging to, or at the level of, a prefecture — commonly used for Japanese regional government.

Common pairings

prefectural government prefectural office

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

Plural: prefecturals

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Etymology

From prefecture plus the adjective-forming suffix -al.

Rhymes for prefectural

rural mural plural neural natural cultural epidural subdural guttural unnatural inaugural structural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “prefectural” mean?

The word “prefectural” means relating to a prefecture or its level of government. In plain terms, describes anything belonging to, or at the level of, a prefecture — commonly used for Japanese regional government.

How do you use “prefectural” in a sentence?

Here is “prefectural” used in a sentence: “The prefectural office handles regional administrative matters in Japan.”

What part of speech is “prefectural”?

“Prefectural” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of prefectural?

"prefectural" (adjective) means relating to a prefecture or its level of government.