Translation guide
The concept of adhesion covers physical sticking, figurative attachment, and technical contexts. This guide helps learners choose the right Japanese expression based on the intended meaning.
Describing two surfaces sticking together, often with glue or by natural forces.
Expressing strong loyalty, devotion, or sticking to a group, idea, or person.
Stubborn adherence to an idea, opinion, or method; often negative connotation of inflexibility.
Following rules, guidelines, or standards strictly.
Formal term for compliance or observance of rules, laws, or agreements.
接着 (setchaku) is for bonding with adhesive; 粘着 (nenchaku) is for sticky surfaces like tape; 付着 (fuchaku) is for particles or substances sticking to a surface without glue.
English 'adhesion' in figurative senses (e.g., adhesion to a cause) does not directly map to 接着. Use words like 固執 or 忠誠 depending on nuance.
The most common term for adhesion in technical and everyday contexts, referring to bonding with adhesive.
この接着剤は強力な接着力を発揮します。
This adhesive exhibits strong adhesion.
Refers to stickiness or tackiness, often used for tapes, stickers, or surfaces that remain sticky.
このテープは粘着力が弱い。
This tape has weak adhesion.
Describes something adhering to a surface, often without glue, like dirt or particles sticking.
タイヤに泥が付着している。
Mud is adhering to the tires.
Medical term for abnormal adhesion of tissues, or metaphorically for collusive relationships.
手術後に腸の癒着が起こることがある。
Intestinal adhesions can occur after surgery.
彼は自分の意見に固執する。
He adheres stubbornly to his own opinion.
Emotional attachment or clinging, often to a person, object, or desire; can be unhealthy.
彼女は過去の恋愛に執着している。
She is clinging to a past romance.
Loyalty or allegiance, often to a group, leader, or cause; positive connotation.
彼は会社に忠誠を誓っている。
He pledges loyalty to the company.
Colloquial verb meaning to stick or cling, used figuratively for people who follow someone closely.
弟はいつも私にくっついてくる。
My little brother always sticks to me.
規則を遵守してください。
Please adhere to the rules.
Strict adherence, often used in rules like 'no smoking strictly enforced'.
時間厳守でお願いします。
Please adhere strictly to the time.
General verb meaning to follow or obey; can be used for rules, instructions, or orders.
指示に従ってください。
Please follow the instructions.