Translation of Japanese word "規則" to English
規則
きそく
[kisoku]
IPA: /kisoku/
Meaning
NounA regulation, law, guideline.
How to use
規則 (kisoku) — 'rule / regulation'. 規則的な — regular / systematic. 規則に従う — follow rules.
🇬🇧 English
rule / regulation
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 規則
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): きそく
Romaji Transcription: kisoku
Example Sentences
規則を守ることは、社会の安定を保つために必要です。
きそくをまもることは、しゃかいのでんぜんをほすためにひつようです。
Following the rules is necessary to maintain social stability.
規則を知ることは、社会の進歩を促すために必要です。
きそくをしることは、しゃかいのしんぽをそすためにひつようです。
Knowing the rules is necessary to promote social progress.
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What does the Japanese word "規則" mean?▼
The Japanese word "規則" means "rule / regulation" in English.
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The word "規則" is read as "きそく" (kisoku). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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