新規
Meanings
noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', na-adjective
Used as a no-adjective or na-adjective to describe something newly started, introduced, or established. Common in business and formal contexts.
We are launching a new project.
Fresh ideas are being sought.
new item; newly created object
Original meaning; refers to a newly created or registered entity, such as a customer account, regulation, or record.
We acquire new customers.
A new law was enacted.
new customer
Often used in business contexts, especially in the phrase ご新規 (with honorific prefix) to refer to a new client or patron.
See also: ご新規
We welcome new customers.
We cultivate new business partners.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉を新規に始めるto newly start something (a project, business, etc.)
We plan to start a new business venture next month.
- 新規の〈人〉a new (customer/client/employee)
There's a special discount for new customers.
- 新規で〈動詞〉to do something on a new/from-scratch basis
You need to apply from scratch for this service.