Meaning

Primary

Regular

Alternatives

Orderly, Systematic

Word Type

い adjective

Explanation

This is a combination of the words 規則 and 正しい, that you learned already. If you follow the rules in the correct order, everything will stay regular and orderly.

This word means that something follows a regular pattern or schedule. It’s commonly used to describe disciplined lifestyles, such as with regular sleep, exercise, and healthy eating habits, and implies that the regularity is desirable.

Reading

きそくただしい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a combination of the words 規則 and 正しい, which you learned already, so you should be able to read this word too.

Context

Context Sentences

早寝早起きの規則正しい生活を送るよう、心がけてください。

Please try to maintain a disciplined and orderly lifestyle by following a regular pattern of going to bed and waking up early.

うちの子は、保育園に行き始めてから、規則正しい食事が取れるようになりました。

My child has developed a more regular eating pattern since starting to go to daycare.

学生たちは規則正しく並んで教室に入っていった。

The students lined up in a well regulated fashion and entered the classroom.

Kanji Composition