synonym Comparative
改正
VS
制定
Differences Between "改正" and "制定"
Option A
改正
Meaning
revision, amendment, alteration (of laws, rules, etc.)
Reading
かいせい (kaisei)
Syllabus Level
N3
Practical Example
法律が改正され、新しい制度が始まった。
The law was revised, and a new system began.
Option B
制定
Meaning
enactment, establishment (of laws, rules)
Reading
せいてい (seitei)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
新しい法律が国会で制定された。
A new law was enacted in the Diet.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(revision, amendment, alteration (of laws, rules, etc.))"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 改正: 法律、規則、制度などをより良くするために改めること。特に公的な文書や規範に対して使われます。To amend or revise laws, rules, systems, etc., to make them better or more appropriate. Specifically used for official documents or norms.
- 制定: Refers to the act of creating and putting into effect laws, regulations, or rules. Often used with abstract nouns like 法律 (hōritsu - law).
- 改正: 法律、規則、制度などをより良くするために改めること。特に公的な文書や規範に対して使われます。To amend or revise laws, rules, systems, etc., to make them better or more appropriate. Specifically used for official documents or norms.
- 制定: Refers to the act of creating and putting into effect laws, regulations, or rules. Often used with abstract nouns like 法律 (hōritsu - law).
Want to boost your Japanese vocabulary?
Project Eagle automatically tracks and targets your weak words using AI. Practice thousands of operational exams completely for free!