Tenno (Noun)
Meaning
The emperor of Japan; when regarded as a religious leader the emperor is called tenno.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The tenno was said to have divine powers and was revered as a symbol of the state.
- As the tenno, the emperor held significant influence in both the spiritual and secular realms of Japanese society.
- His Imperial Majesty, the tenno, made a rare appearance in public to mark the changing of the seasons.
- In Japan's imperial system, the tenno was believed to be directly descended from the sun goddess Amaterasu.
- The monarch's unique position as tenno was reinforced through elaborate rituals and ceremonies throughout the year.