あてはまる

to apply (of a rule)

N2 #9,564

Meanings

also 当てはまる

  1. godan verb, intransitive, usually in kana to apply (of a rule); to be applicable (of standards, lessons, ideas, etc.); to hold true (e.g. of a description); to fit; to be suitable (e.g. of a word); to meet (requirements); to fulfill (conditions); to come under (a heading)

In sentences

この理論りろんは日本にほんにあてはまる。 This theory is true of Japan. #219205

同おなじ事ことは日本にほんにもあてはまる。 The same is true of Japan. #123698

これは学生がくせいにはあてはまらない。 This does not apply to students. #237326