Translation guide
The English verb 'adhere' has two main uses: physical sticking and following rules or beliefs. This guide covers natural Japanese equivalents for each.
To be attached or fastened to something, often with a sticky substance.
Common, casual verb for sticking or clinging to something. Used for physical adhesion.
Gum adhered to my shoe.
Formal/technical term for adhesion, often used in scientific or written contexts.
Bacteria adhere to surfaces.
Specifically refers to sticky adhesion, like tape or glue. Often used in product descriptions.
This tape adheres well.
To act according to a set of rules, standards, or beliefs; to be faithful to something.
Do not use physical sticking verbs like くっつく for abstract adherence (e.g., 'adhere to a schedule'). Use 従う or other abstract verbs instead.
adhere to a schedule
General verb for following rules, orders, or principles. Works in most contexts.
Please adhere to the rules.
Emphasizes faithfulness or loyalty to a principle, ideal, or original. Often used for adherence to beliefs or artistic interpretations.
He adheres to his beliefs.
Formal, strong term for rigidly adhering to rules or traditions. Can imply stubbornness.
They adhere to old customs.
Formal term for compliance with laws, regulations, or standards. Common in business/legal contexts.
We must adhere to the laws.