(ようこう)

ようこう
noun
guidelines; essentials; key points
mediapolitics
1. guidelines; essentials; key points
An outline of the most important points, rules, or procedures, typically in an official or administrative document.
Please read the application guidelines.
The examination guidelines are posted on the website.
Please proceed with the process in accordance with the implementation guidelines.

A formal word used for official documents that summarize rules, procedures, and essential information. Commonly seen in government, education, and business contexts — application guidelines, examination procedures, event rules, and the like.

Common collocations

Similar words

  • 要綱(ようこう): outline of key policies — a higher-level framework, while 要項(ようこう) is more detailed and procedural
  • 概要(がいよう): overview — a general summary, less formal than 要項(ようこう)
  • 要領(ようりょう): essentials/knack — can mean a summary of procedures, but also refers to skill or cleverness