Translation guide
The English word 'regulations' refers to official rules or directives made by an authority. In Japanese, the most common equivalent is 規則 (kisoku), but other terms like 規制 (kisei) and 規定 (kitei) are used depending on context. This guide helps you choose the right word and use it naturally.
To refer to rules set by a company, school, club, or institution that members must follow.
The most general term for regulations or rules in an organizational context. It implies a set of established rules.
Please follow the school regulations.
The new regulations will come into effect next month.
Refers to specific provisions or stipulations within a larger set of rules. Often used in legal or formal documents.
This regulation is specified in the contract.
A loanword from English, commonly used in casual contexts for rules or regulations, especially in games or everyday situations.
The regulations of this game are simple.
To refer to rules imposed by the government or authorities to control or restrict activities, often for public safety or order.
Focuses on regulation as control or restriction, often by the government. Used for things like traffic regulations, environmental regulations, etc.
The government introduced new environmental regulations.
Refers to laws and regulations collectively. More formal and legalistic.
Specifically refers to local government regulations or ordinances.
To refer to regulations established by a specific group, such as a club, association, or company, often detailed and formal.
規則 (kisoku) is a general term for rules within an organization. 規制 (kisei) implies control or restriction by an authority, often governmental. 規定 (kitei) refers to specific provisions or clauses. Use 規則 for school rules, 規制 for government regulations, and 規定 for contract terms.
In English, 'regulations' can be used broadly, but in Japanese, the specific term depends on context. Using 規則 for government restrictions may sound unnatural; use 規制 instead.
Due to traffic regulations, this road is closed.
You must comply with the relevant regulations.
この市の条例で路上喫煙は禁止されています。
Smoking on the street is prohibited by city regulations.
細則については別途定める。
Detailed regulations shall be stipulated separately.