Translation guide
The English word 'regulator' can refer to a person, an organization, a device, or a mechanism that controls, adjusts, or maintains something. This guide helps learners express these meanings naturally in Japanese.
To refer to a regulatory authority or watchdog organization.
Standard term for a regulatory authority, especially in formal contexts like finance, telecommunications, or energy.
The financial regulator announced new rules.
Refers to a supervisory government agency. Common in legal and bureaucratic contexts.
This industry is under the guidance of the regulator.
A general term for a regulatory body or institution. Slightly less common than 規制当局.
The establishment of an independent regulator is being called for.
To refer to a mechanical or electronic device that maintains a desired level.
Loanword from English, widely used for various regulators (pressure, voltage, etc.).
Please attach the regulator to the gas cylinder.
Generic term for an adjuster or regulator device. Often used in technical contexts.
The voltage regulator broke down.
Means 'control device' and can be used for regulators in automation or engineering, but is broader.
To refer to an individual whose job is to ensure compliance.
To refer to a biological regulator in genetics or biochemistry.
To refer to the escapement or balance wheel in horology.
規制当局 is the most direct translation for a regulatory authority, often used in news and business. 監督官庁 emphasizes the supervisory role of a government ministry or agency. Use 規制当局 for independent regulators and 監督官庁 when the regulator is a traditional government office.
The English word 'regulator' for a person is not commonly translated directly. Use 規制官 for an official inspector, or describe the role with a phrase like 規制を担当する人 (person in charge of regulation).
This regulator keeps the temperature constant.
監督者が規則の遵守を確認する。
The regulator ensures compliance with the rules.
Regulators control gene expression.
This regulator was made in the 18th century.