Meaning

Primary

Sect

Alternative

Denomination

Word Type

noun, の adjective

Explanation

A religion sect is a sect within religion, most likely, but it can be simply referred to as a sect or denomination.

Reading

しゅうは
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Context Sentences

この宗派には、会議で議長を務めるための規則があります。

There are some rules for acting as chairman of meetings in this religious sect.

Kanji Composition