No. 1,714 in Japanese
に従って
"In accordance with" or "following."
In a sentence
社会のルールに従って行動する必要があります。
It is necessary to act according to the rules of society.
Here, に従って indicates following a set of rules, implying compliance.
気温が上がるにつれて、氷が溶けていきます。
As the temperature rises, the ice starts to melt.
While a different phrase, 'につれて', is akin to 'に従って' in describing a state changing progressively with another.
地図の指示に従って、目的地に向かいました。
I proceeded to the destination following the instructions on the map.
The term に従って shows a step-by-step adherence to instructions or guidance.
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