あてはまる
N2当てはまる
当て嵌まる
[atehamaru]
Definitions
1.Godan verb with 'ru' ending; intransitive verb
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)
Example Sentences
この規則は新入社員だけでなく全員に当てはまる。
This rule applies to everyone.
彼にはその説明が当てはまらない。
That explanation doesn't apply to him.
条件に当てはまる人を探している。
I'm looking for people who meet the conditions.