Translation guide
The concept of conforming to rules, standards, or expectations. In Japanese, this is expressed through various nouns, verbs, and set phrases depending on whether you mean compliance with regulations, adherence to specifications, or fitting in with social norms.
Expressing that someone or something follows official rules, regulations, or standards.
A formal noun meaning strict observance or compliance, often used in legal, business, or technical contexts.
Legal compliance is a company's obligation.
A common verb meaning to obey or follow rules, instructions, or orders. Less formal than 遵守.
Please follow the rules.
A formal verb meaning to conform to or be based on standards, often used in technical or legal documents.
This product conforms to international standards.
A technical term meaning to meet or satisfy specific requirements or specifications, often used in engineering or quality control.
This part conforms to safety standards.
Describing that a product, system, or process meets defined technical specifications.
A noun meaning conformity or compliance, especially in technical standards. Often used in compound terms like 適合性 (conformity).
Conformity assessment is necessary.
A verb meaning to match or be in exact agreement with requirements or conditions.
The results conformed to expectations.
A common verb meaning to satisfy or meet conditions or requirements.
Expressing that someone acts in accordance with social expectations or group standards.
A verb meaning to conform to others' opinions or behavior, often used in social psychology or everyday situations.
He tends to conform to those around him.
A casual verb meaning to adjust oneself to fit in with others or a situation.
Also used for following social norms or customs, not just formal rules.
遵守 (じゅんしゅ) is a formal noun used for strict compliance with laws or regulations, often in written contexts. 従う (したがう) is a verb that can be used in both formal and informal settings for obeying rules, instructions, or social norms.
The English word 'conformance' is often translated directly as コンフォーマンス, but this is rarely used outside specific business or technical jargon. It's better to use the appropriate Japanese term based on context.
You need to meet these conditions.
みんなに合わせて行動した。
I acted in conformance with everyone else.
社会の慣習に従う。
To conform to social customs.