1.A Japanese emperor has abdicated for the first time in more than 200 years.
abdicate退位
He abdicated in favour of his son.
他把王位让给了儿子。
2.Akihito decided to step down because of his health.
step down 辞职
Many would prefer to see him step aside in favour of a younger man.
很多人更希望看到他下台,以让位给更年轻的人。











