JLPT N3 Intermediate
沿う
Run along a physical path or act in accordance with a plan.
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1 Godan Verb, Intransitive Verb
To go along / To follow (a physical line)
Describes movement or placement that runs parallel to a linear feature like a road, river, or coastline.
Example
この 道 に 沿って まっすぐ 行けば 、 駅 に 着きます よ 。
If you go straight along this road, you'll get to the station.
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2 Godan Verb, Intransitive Verb
To act in accordance with / To follow (an abstract standard)
Refers to acting in compliance with guidelines, policies, or expectations rather than physical paths.
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