Refers to a measure, step, or action taken to deal with a specific situation or problem. The term has a formal nuance and is often used for official or planned actions. It frequently collocates with verbs like "to take measures" (措置を講じる or 措置を取る). The government took emergency measures to prevent the spread of the infection.

ある事態に対応するためにとる手段や処置のこと。公式で計画的な行動を指すフォーマルなニュアンスがあります。「措置を講じる」「措置を取る」という動詞と共に使われるのが一般的です。政府は感染拡大を防ぐため、緊急措置を講じた。