1.
fixed, constant, set
Not changing, remaining the same.
A compound of 一 (one) + 定 (fixed). Functions as a noun and no-adjective with two related senses: "fixed/constant" and "a certain amount."
SENSE 1 — FIXED/CONSTANT:
- 一定の温度を保つ: to maintain a constant temperature
- 一定している: is constant, is steady
- 一定期間: fixed period
SENSE 2 — CERTAIN/SOME:
- 一定の基準: certain standards
- 一定以上: above a certain level
- 一定の効果: a certain degree of effect
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 一定の + noun: a fixed/certain ~
- 一定に保つ: to keep constant
- 一定している: is stable/constant
NOTE:
When used with 以上/以下, it means "above/below a certain threshold" — commonly seen in regulations and requirements.