Translation guide
The state of meeting the requirements for something, such as a program, benefit, or position.
Expressing that someone or something meets the necessary conditions or qualifications.
The most common and versatile word for eligibility, referring to the qualifications or right to do something.
Do you meet the eligibility requirements to apply?
You need to be eligible for this scholarship.
Used when someone falls under a certain category or is covered by a system, often for benefits or services.
Those eligible for this system are low-income individuals.
Literally 'to satisfy the conditions', used when eligibility depends on meeting specific criteria.
Anyone can apply if they meet the conditions.
Talking about being qualified or suitable for a job, office, or task.
Describing who can participate in a contest, election, or selection process.
Referring to eligibility defined by law, such as for voting, benefits, or rights.
資格 is a general term for qualifications or eligibility, often used in everyday contexts. 適格 is more formal and emphasizes meeting a standard or being suitable, often used in legal or professional settings.
Get a driver's license (qualification).
We need a person eligible (suitable) for this position.
The English word 'eligibility' is often translated as 資格, but in some contexts, a more specific phrase like 対象となる or 条件を満たす is more natural. Using 資格 for everything can sound stiff or incorrect.
有資格者のみ応募可能です。
Only eligible (qualified) persons may apply.
He won the preliminaries to gain eligibility to compete.
Check eligibility for unemployment benefits.