適用
The action of putting something into operation or use, especially a rule, law, or theory.
Examples
3 of 5学割が適用されるか確認した。
I checked if the student discount applies.
法改正に伴い、新しい基準が適用されます。
With the revision of the law, new standards will be applied.
それ、このケースには適用できないよ。
That can't be applied to this case.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Teki (Fit) + You (Use). Fitting something into use.
Quick Quiz
このサービスには年齢制限が（ ）される。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 適用
Examples
学割が適用されるか確認した。
everydayI checked if the student discount applies.
法改正に伴い、新しい基準が適用されます。
formalWith the revision of the law, new standards will be applied.
それ、このケースには適用できないよ。
informalThat can't be applied to this case.
この理論は物理学だけでなく、経済学にも適用可能だ。
academicThis theory is applicable not only to physics but also to economics.
社員割引を適用して購入した。
businessI purchased it by applying the employee discount.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
適用例
example of application
順次適用
sequential application
直接適用
direct application
Often Confused With
Tekiyou is applying a rule/law as is, while Ouyou is adapting a theory/technique to a new situation.
Usage Notes
Used mostly for laws, rules, discounts, and theories.
Common Mistakes
Using 'Ouyou' when you just mean a rule is being applied to you.
Memory Tip
Teki (Fit) + You (Use). Fitting something into use.
Word Origin
Sino-Japanese roots meaning 'to fit' and 'to use'.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
このサービスには年齢制限が（ ）される。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 適用
Related Vocabulary
More academic words
論理
B2The system of principles or reasoning used to build an argument or reach a conclusion. It refers to the quality of being justifiable by reason and consistency.
構造
B2The arrangement of and relations between the parts or elements of something complex. It refers to both physical frameworks and abstract systems like society or language.
抽象
B2Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence. It refers to generalizing or extracting the essence of something away from specific details.
要約
B2A brief statement or account of the main points of something. The act of summarizing information, which is a key skill tested in all parts of the IELTS exam.
要因
B2A specific element or circumstance that contributes to a particular result or outcome.
背景
B2The circumstances or situation that prevail at a particular time or underlie an event; the context.
反映
B2To reflect something; to show or manifest the influence or qualities of an underlying cause or situation.
貢献
B2The act of giving or doing something to help make something successful or to advance a cause.
視点
B2A particular attitude or way of considering a matter; a point of view or perspective.
具体
B1Being specific or concrete rather than abstract. It refers to having a physical form or being clearly defined with examples.
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