Translation guide
The English phrase 'come under' has several distinct meanings, including being subjected to something (attack, criticism, scrutiny), falling within a category or jurisdiction, or being classified under a heading. This guide covers the most common and useful Japanese equivalents for each meaning.
Expressing that someone or something experiences or receives something negative or challenging, such as attack, criticism, fire, pressure, or scrutiny.
A versatile pattern meaning 'to receive' or 'to be subjected to'. Used with nouns like 攻撃 (attack), 批判 (criticism), 圧力 (pressure), 非難 (blame), etc.
The policy came under fierce criticism.
He is coming under pressure from his boss.
Means 'to be exposed to' something, often with a nuance of being vulnerable or unprotected. Commonly used with 危険 (danger), 攻撃 (attack), 批判 (criticism), 視線 (gaze).
The company has come under intense scrutiny.
Literally 'to become the target of'. Used when someone/something becomes the focus of attack, criticism, or ridicule.
He came under media criticism.
Literally 'to bathe in' or 'to be showered with'. Used for intense or abundant exposure to things like criticism, questions, or attacks. Often in the form 〜を浴びせる (to shower someone with).
The new prime minister came under a barrage of questions.
Indicating that something is included in or governed by a particular category, rule, law, department, or area of responsibility.
Means 'to fall under', 'to correspond to', or 'to be applicable to'. Used for categories, rules, conditions, etc. Formal and precise.
This case comes under Article 5 of the regulations.
Means 'to belong to' or 'to come under' a group, category, or jurisdiction. Slightly more about membership.
That issue doesn't come under my responsibility.
Formal expression meaning 'to be under the jurisdiction of'. Used for legal, administrative, or organizational authority.
Describing that an item or topic is placed under a specific title, category, or entry in a list, book, or system.
Expressing that a person or group falls under the sway, authority, or spell of someone or something.
Means 'to come under the influence of'. Neutral and widely applicable.
He came under the influence of bad company.
Stronger, meaning 'to be placed under the control/domination of'. Often used for political or military contexts.
Business term meaning 'to come under the umbrella of' a larger company or organization.
Do not translate 'come under' word-for-word as 来る下に or similar. It is not natural Japanese. Use the patterns above depending on the intended meaning.
This area comes under federal jurisdiction.
Details come under the 'FAQ' section.
The country came under the control of a dictator.
The small company came under the umbrella of a large corporation.