This is the 8345th most frequent Japanese word.
従い
"従い" means "according to" or "in accordance with."
従い is used to indicate compliance or following an idea or instruction.
彼の提案に従い、新しい計画を始めた。
Following his suggestion, we started a new plan.
従い here expresses adherence to regulations or norms.
ルールに従い行動することが求められる。
It is required to act in accordance with the rules.
従い indicates acting according to someone's guidance or direction.