Translation guide
The English word 'enactment' can refer to the process of making something into law, the performance of a role or story, or the state of being in effect. This guide helps learners choose the right Japanese expression based on the intended meaning.
The act of passing or establishing a law, ordinance, or regulation.
The most common and neutral term for the enactment of laws, regulations, or rules. Used for the legislative process.
The enactment of the new law is being rushed.
Refers to the establishment or coming into effect of a law, often after passing the legislature. Focuses on the completion of the process.
The bill was enacted by the Diet.
Specifically means putting a law into effect or enforcing it. Often used for the date a law becomes operative.
The revised law will be enacted (put into effect) next April.
The acting out of a role, scene, or story, especially in a dramatic or ceremonial context.
Used for the performance of a play, drama, or stage production. Emphasizes the presentation to an audience.
The enactment of the play was a great success.
Means reenactment or reproduction of a scene, often used for historical events or crime reconstructions.
Refers to a live demonstration or actual performance, often used in educational or promotional contexts.
The condition of a law, rule, or regulation being currently valid or operative.
制定 (seitei) is the act of establishing a law. 成立 (seiritsu) is the completion of the legislative process. 施行 (shikou) is the enforcement or putting into effect. Use 制定 for the drafting and passing, 成立 for the moment it becomes law, and 施行 for when it starts being applied.
A law is enacted, passed, and put into effect.
When referring to the performance of a play, do not use 制定 (seitei) or other law-related terms. Use 上演 (jouen) for stage performances. For reenactments, 再現 (saigen) is more appropriate.
事件の再現ビデオが公開された。
A video enactment of the incident was released.
料理の実演を見せてもらった。
We watched an enactment of the cooking process.
その法律はまだ有効だ。
That law is still in enactment.