(いってい)

いってい
noun/no-adjective
fixed, constant, certain
1. fixed, constant, set
Not changing, remaining the same.
To maintain a constant temperature.
Please keep the speed constant.
This factory conducts strict inspections to maintain consistent quality.
2. certain, some degree of
A particular but unspecified amount or level.
There are certain standards.
Grades above a certain level are required.
You can't do this job without a certain level of experience.

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:

SENSE 2 — CERTAIN/SOME:

COMMON PATTERNS:

  • 一定(いってい) + noun: a fixed/certain ~
  • 一定(いってい)(たも): to keep constant
  • 一定(いってい)している: is stable/constant

NOTE:
When used with 以上(いじょう)/以下(いか), it means "above/below a certain threshold" — commonly seen in regulations and requirements.