規則正しい
きそくただしい
i-adjective
regular; orderly; well-regulated
Conjugation
| Affirmative | Negative | |
|---|---|---|
| Present | 規則正しい | 規則正しくない |
| Past | 規則正しかった | 規則正しくなかった |
| て form | 規則正しくて | 規則正しくなくて |
| Adverbial | 規則正しく | — |
| Conditional ば | 規則正しければ | 規則正しくなければ |
| Conditional たら | 規則正しかったら | 規則正しくなかったら |
1.
regular; orderly; well-regulated
Describes habits, routines, or patterns that follow a consistent and well-ordered schedule. Most commonly used about daily lifestyle habits such as eating, sleeping, and exercise.
規則正しい生活をする。
To lead a regular lifestyle.
毎朝規則正しく六時に起きる。
I get up at six o'clock every morning like clockwork.
規則正しい食事と十分な睡眠が健康の基本だ。
Regular meals and adequate sleep are the foundation of good health.
Describes actions, habits, or patterns that follow a consistent, well-ordered schedule or rhythm. Most commonly used about daily routines and lifestyle habits.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 規則正しい生活: a regular/well-ordered lifestyle
- 規則正しい食事: regular meals
- 規則正しいリズム: a regular rhythm
- 規則正しく暮らす: to live in an orderly way
USAGE:
Often used in health advice and lifestyle discussions. The adverbial form 規則正しく is very common. The opposite concept is expressed with 不規則な (irregular).