1.
standard, criterion, basis
A principle or reference point used for comparison, judgment, or measurement.
基準 refers to standards or criteria used for evaluation or reference.
Common collocations:
- 基準を設ける (to establish standards)
- 基準を満たす (to meet standards)
- 基準に達する (to reach the standard)
- 判断基準 (criteria for judgment)
- 安全基準 (safety standards)
Related terms:
- 規準 (alternative kanji, same meaning)
- 標準 (standard - more about norms)
- 規格 (specifications, standards - often technical)
- 目安 (guideline, rough standard)