条件

• Reading: じょうけん
• Romaji: jouken
• Kanji breakdown: 条 (jō) — article, clause, stripe; 件 (ken) — matter, case, affair
• Pronunciation: /dʑoː.keɴ/

Meaning

Condition; term; requirement; qualification; prerequisite. A standard that must be met.

A noun used for conditions, terms, or requirements in agreements, contracts, and everyday decisions. Frequently appears with verbs like 満たす (to fulfil) and 合う (to match). Essential vocabulary for discussions about jobs, housing, and negotiations.

Examples

1. この仕事の条件はとてもいいです。 The conditions for this job are very good.
2. 条件に合うアパートをやっと見つけました。 I finally found an apartment that meets my requirements.
3. 留学するための条件を調べています。 I'm looking into the requirements for studying abroad.

Usage Guide

Context: business, job hunting, housing

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Combines 条 (article/clause) and 件 (matter/case). Originally referred to individual items in a legal document, evolving to mean requirements or conditions in general.

Cultural Context

Era: Classical

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal