This is the 7480th most frequent Japanese word.
元老
"元老" (Genrō) refers to an elder statesman or senior figure, often one with significant political or societal influence.
Here, '元老院' refers to the 'Senate,' showcasing the word '元老' as part of a compound indicating an elder council or assembly.
元老院では重要な議論が行われた。
In the Senate, important discussions were held.
In this sentence, '元老' refers to a senior or elder individual who has significant influence or contribution within an organization.
彼は会社の元老として尊敬されている。
He is respected as an elder statesman of the company.
Here, '元老' refers to the respected elderly or seniors within a community, emphasizing their role in cultural preservation.