Translation guide
The English word "regulation" can refer to official rules, the process of controlling something, or a standard setting. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning.
Referring to a rule or law set by an authority, such as government regulations or company rules.
The most common word for official regulations, especially government-imposed rules or restrictions. Often used in compounds like 規制緩和 (deregulation).
New regulations were introduced.
We need to strengthen environmental regulations.
Refers to rules or regulations within an organization, such as company rules, school rules, or club rules. More about internal rules than government laws.
Specifically refers to local government ordinances or regulations. Used for city or prefectural laws.
Referring to the process of regulating something, such as temperature, speed, or behavior.
Means adjustment or regulation of a system, machine, or condition. Often used for physical parameters like temperature, volume, or schedule.
Temperature regulation is necessary.
Refers to control or regulation, often in technical or engineering contexts. Implies active management of a system.
Can also mean regulation as an action, especially when referring to controlling or restricting something by rules.
Referring to a regulation as a standard or prescribed requirement, such as in sports or technical specifications.
Refers to a prescribed rule, standard, or stipulation. Often used in legal, technical, or sports contexts.
Please follow the competition regulations.
It meets the safety regulations.
Means standard or criterion. Used when regulation implies a benchmark or required level.
規制 (きせい) is for government or public restrictions. 規則 (きそく) is for internal rules of an organization. 規定 (きてい) is for specific stipulations or standards, often in legal or technical documents.
The loanword レギュレーション is sometimes used in sports or event contexts (e.g., レギュレーションサイズ), but it is not a general translation for 'regulation'. Use 規制 or 規則 instead.
follow the regulations (sports/event context)
The new regulation will take effect next month.
We need better regulation of the financial industry.
Please follow the company regulations.
This regulation applies to all employees.
この市では新しい騒音条例が施行された。
A new noise regulation was enacted in this city.
Please adjust the volume.
This device is automatically regulated.
The government is considering regulation of the internet.
Emission regulations have become stricter.