GrammarN12 min read2026-02-17

〜に即して/〜に則して

Indicates acting in accordance with a certain situation, experience, or rule.

Meaning

This pattern indicates a basis or foundation for an action. It means "in accordance with a certain situation, experience, or rule." When used with real situations or experiences, 「即して」 is preferred; when used with laws or regulations, 「則して」 is preferred.

Formation

Part of speechFormation
Nounに即して/に即した/に則して/に則した

Examples

  1. この予算は、災害の前に組んだものだ。多くの人が家を失っている。この現状に即して市の予算編成をし直すべきだ。
    This budget was drawn up before the disaster. Many people have lost their homes. The city budget should be revised in accordance with the current situation.

  2. この研究は後藤先生の仮説に則って進めている。
    This research is being carried out based on Professor Goto's hypothesis.

  3. 社員が自ら企画し提案できる職場の秘訣とは何か。成功した大手スーパーチェーンの事例に即して解説する。
    What is the secret to a workplace where employees can plan and propose ideas on their own? We will explain based on the case of a successful major supermarket chain.

Summary

  • 「〜に即して/に則して」 means "in accordance with...; based on..."
  • Attaches to nouns

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