方程式
Meanings
1
Mathematical expression stating that two things are equal. Used in algebra, chemistry, physics, etc.
Please solve this equation.
Express a chemical reaction with an equation.
2
Figurative use: a fixed procedure or set of conditions for achieving something. Often used in phrases like 成功の方程式 (formula for success).
He found the formula for success.
There is no single formula for solving problems.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉の方程式the formula/recipe for achieving something
He says he's found the formula for success.
- 方程式を解くto solve an equation
It took me an hour to solve this equation.
- 方程式を立てるto set up/formulate an equation
Let's set up an equation based on the problem statement.
- 方程式が成り立つthe equation holds true
When you substitute this value, the equation holds true.
Expressions
- 方程式を導くderive a formula; derive an equation
- マクスウェルの方程式Maxwell's equations