Translation guide
The act of compelling compliance with a law, rule, or agreement. In Japanese, the expression depends on what is being enforced and how.
To express the idea of making sure laws or rules are followed, often by authorities.
Refers to the enforcement or putting into effect of a law or regulation. Often used in legal and administrative contexts.
The enforcement of the new law will start next year.
Carrying out or executing a law, order, or decision. Often used for court orders or administrative actions.
The enforcement of the court's ruling is delayed.
Refers to policing, crackdowns, or enforcement actions by authorities, especially against illegal activities.
The police stepped up enforcement of traffic violations.
Literally 'execution of the law', a formal phrase for law enforcement.
Enforcement of the law is the government's responsibility.
To talk about making sure people follow rules in a specific setting, like a workplace, school, or contract.
Compliance or observance. Often used in the phrase 遵守させる (to enforce compliance).
The company strictly enforces safety regulations.
A natural way to say 'to enforce rules' (literally 'make people follow rules').
Fulfillment or performance of a duty or contract. Often used in legal/business contexts for enforcing contractual obligations.
Compulsory execution; legal enforcement of a judgment or order, often involving seizure of assets.
To refer to the broader system or profession of enforcing laws.
施行 (shikō) is about putting a law into effect, often at a specific date. 執行 (shikkō) is about carrying out or executing a decision or order. 取り締まり (torishimari) refers to active policing or crackdowns on violations.
Direct translations like 'エンフォースメント' are not used. Instead, choose the term that matches the context: law enforcement, rule enforcement, contract enforcement, etc.
It's tough for the teacher to enforce rules in the classroom.
Demand enforcement of the contract.
Enforcement action was taken to collect the debt.
Local law enforcement has been strengthened.