従う (したがう) — to obey (an order, law, etc.)

従う is read したがう and listed as a verb. Meaning: to obey (an order, law, etc.); to abide by (a rule, custom, etc.); to follow.

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Related words

Other words in the dictionary that share a kanji with 従う.

  • 従姉妹 いとこ cousin (female)
  • 従属 じゅうぞく subordination
  • 侍従 じじゅう chamberlain
  • 従軍 じゅうぐん military service
  • 従事 じゅうじ engaging in (work)
  • 従来 じゅうらい up to now