Translation guide
A clause is a group of words with a subject and a verb. In Japanese, clauses are often marked by particles and verb forms, and they can modify nouns or connect to other clauses.
A group of words containing a subject and predicate, forming part of a sentence.
The standard linguistic term for a clause. Used in grammar contexts.
この文は二つの節から成り立っています。
This sentence consists of two clauses.
Loanword from English, used in technical or linguistic discussions.
A particular article, stipulation, or provision in a contract, law, or formal document.
節 (せつ) is used for grammatical clauses, while 条項 (じょうこう) is used for legal clauses. Do not confuse them.
文法の節と契約の条項は別の概念です。
Grammatical clauses and contract clauses are different concepts.
関係クローズは名詞を修飾します。
Relative clauses modify nouns.
Refers to a specific clause or article in a legal document.
契約書の第5条項をご確認ください。
Please check clause 5 of the contract.
Often used as a suffix in numbered clauses, like Article 1.
第3条に違反する行為
an act that violates Clause 3
Refers to a clause in a contract or terms of service, often used in business contexts.
この約款は無効です。
This clause is void.