This is the 8121st most frequent Japanese word.
封建
"封建" means "feudal" in English, referring to a system of hierarchical governance typical in feudal societies.
封建 is used here to describe the historical period and the societal structure during the feudal era.
封建時代の日本では、身分制度が厳格に存在しました。
During the feudal era in Japan, there were rigid social classes.
封建的 is used as an adjective form to describe someone's attitude reminiscent of feudal values.
彼の考え方は封建的で、変化を受け入れようとしません。
His way of thinking is feudal and unwilling to accept change.
封建制度 refers to the feudal system, showing its organizational concept that was eventually replaced.