Meaning

Primary

Reshuffle

Alternative

Dismissal

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

You renew and alternate certain positions or people, making this a reshuffle, or dismissal.

更迭 generally highlights the dismissal of someone from a position for replacement. You’ll often see this used in political contexts, like the reshuffling of certain ministers or other offices in a cabinet or diet; or just in general for important positions in other fields as well.

Reading

こうてつ
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

監督の更迭が求められている。

The coach's dismissal is being called for.

Kanji Composition