実行

jikkō
noun, verbIntermediate execution, implementation, carrying out
general

The act of carrying out or putting into action a plan, decision, or order.

プロジェクトの実行に向けて準備を進めている。

We are advancing preparations for the project's execution.

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Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in business and technical settings.

general

To perform or execute a task or action.

彼はその指示を正確に実行した。

He carried out the instructions accurately.

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When used as a verb, it often implies following through on a directive or plan.

Collocations

計画の実行execution of a plan命令の実行execution of an orderプログラムの実行program execution

Related Phrases

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Verb vs. Noun Usage

実行 can function as both a noun (e.g., 実行が必要です) and a verb (e.g., 計画を実行する).

Gold Rule

Technical Context

In programming, 実行 refers to running a program or script.

📖Word Origin

From 実 (jitsu, 'real') + 行 (kō, 'action' or 'conduct'), literally meaning 'real action' or 'actual execution'.

📝Usage Notes

In technical contexts, especially in computing, it refers to the execution of a program or command. In legal contexts, it can refer to the enforcement of a law or judgment.

Word Breakdown

real, actual
root
+
action, conduct
root
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