当局
Meanings
authorities; relevant authorities
Refers to the government office, agency, or officials in charge of a particular matter. Often used in news reports and formal contexts.
The authorities have not yet released the details of the incident.
We are currently discussing this issue with the relevant authorities.
this office; our office
Used by an organization to refer to itself in formal announcements or correspondence. Equivalent to 'this office' or 'we' in official contexts.
Our office's view is as follows.
Please direct any inquiries to this office.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉について当局が発表するfor the authorities to make an announcement about a matter
The authorities announced the cause of the accident.
- 当局の指示に従うto follow the authorities' instructions
The residents evacuated in accordance with the authorities' instructions.
- 当局が〈事〉を調査するfor the authorities to investigate a matter
The authorities are investigating the illegal transactions.
- 当局に届けるto report or submit something to the authorities
The information was promptly reported to the authorities.