にしたがって

にしたがって means acting, changing, or interpreting something in accordance with a source, rule, instruction, or condition. It emphasizes that the action or outcome follows a guideline, instruction, policy, or circumstance. It is commonly used when describing actions that are aligned with external expectations, rules, or trends, rather than one’s own independent decision. It is similar in nuance to 従って, but にしたがって often conveys following a concrete source or standard. Typical contexts: - Following instructions, rules, or guidelines (e.g., procedures, laws) - Adjusting actions according to circumstances or trends - Aligning outcomes with someone’s wishes or the prevailing direction - Describing changes that occur in response to a factor or demand