godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
be involved in; take part in; interfere in
Describes active participation, entanglement, or meddling in an event, activity, or situation. Often used with に.
彼はその事件に関わっているらしい。
He seems to be involved in that incident.
人の問題にあまり関
You shouldn't get too involved in other people's problems.
godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
relate to; pertain to; concern
Used when a matter is connected to or has relevance for someone or something. Common in formal contexts.
この問題は我々の将来に関わる。
This issue concerns our future.
それは名誉に関わることだ。
That is a matter that pertains to one's honor.
godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
seriously affect; have a serious bearing on
Emphasizes a significant impact or consequence, often on life, fate, or important outcomes.
この病気は命に関わるかもしれない。
This illness could be life-threatening.
その失敗は会社の存続に関わる。
That failure could affect the company's survival.
godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
stick to; be particular about; adhere to
Only when written 拘る
Used with 拘る to mean being fussy, insistent, or fixated on details, rules, or principles. Often has a negative or overly strict nuance.
彼は小さなことに拘る性格だ。
He is the type to be particular about small things.
形式に拘りすぎると本質を見失う。
If you stick too much to formalities, you lose sight of what's important.