Translation guide
The English phrase 'be applied' can refer to rules, principles, or methods being put into effect, or to physical substances being put onto surfaces. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for these meanings.
Expressing that a rule, law, principle, method, or system is in effect or is relevant to a situation.
The most direct and common translation for 'be applied' in the sense of rules, laws, or methods being put into effect. Used in formal and technical contexts.
Expressing that a substance like paint, cream, or coating is put onto a surface.
Used for applying liquids or semi-liquids like paint, cream, or ointment onto surfaces. The transitive form is 塗る.
The English 'apply' can also mean 'to submit an application' (e.g., apply for a job). In Japanese, that is 申し込む (もうしこむ) or 応募する (おうぼする). Do not use 適用される or 当てはまる for that meaning.
This law will be applied from next year.
Means 'to apply' in the sense of fitting a rule or condition. More colloquial than 適用される. Often used when checking if a rule or description matches a case.
Does this rule apply to your case as well?
Formal term meaning 'to fall under' or 'to correspond to'. Used in official contexts when something meets criteria or conditions.
If this condition applies, an application is required.
Means 'to be applied' in the sense of putting a theory or method into practical use. Often used in science and technology.
This theory is applied to actual design.
Paint is being applied to the wall.
Formal or technical term for applying substances, often used in medical or industrial contexts.
Ointment was applied to the wound.
Used for applying flat objects like stickers, labels, or patches onto surfaces.
A stamp is applied to the envelope.