Translation guide
Ways to express taking action to prevent, oppose, or respond to a problem or threat.
対策
counter-measure (general)
An action or plan to stop something bad from happening.
The most common and general word for a counter-measure or measure taken to deal with a problem. Often used in compounds.
地震対策をしっかり行う必要がある。
We need to take thorough earthquake counter-measures.
感染症対策として手洗いが重要だ。
Hand washing is important as a counter-measure against infectious diseases.
Specifically a preventive measure, emphasizing stopping something before it occurs.
再発防止策を検討しています。
We are considering measures to prevent recurrence.
Preventive measure, often used in medical or health contexts.
インフルエンザの予防策としてワクチン接種が勧められる。
Vaccination is recommended as a preventive measure against influenza.
An action taken to oppose or neutralize an opponent's move or an attack.
A counter-measure taken in direct opposition to something, often in competitive or confrontational situations.
ライバル会社の新製品に対抗策を打ち出した。
We launched counter-measures against the rival company's new product.
Counter-measure specifically for intercepting or repelling an attack, often military or in games.
ミサイル迎撃策が議論されている。
Missile interception counter-measures are being discussed.
An action taken to fix a problem or mitigate damage after it has happened.
Post-factum measure, taken after an incident to deal with consequences.
事故の事後策として安全基準を見直した。
As a post-incident measure, we reviewed safety standards.
Measure to handle or cope with a situation, often used for both preventive and reactive actions.
クレームに対する対応策をまとめた。
We compiled counter-measures for complaints.
対策 is the broadest term for any measure taken to deal with a problem. 防止策 focuses on preventing something from happening, while 予防策 is often used for health-related prevention.