to defer to
[phrase form: defer]
01
従う, 譲る
to accept or agree to follow someone's decision, opinion, or authority, often out of respect or recognition of their expertise or position
Transitive
例
The team chose to defer to the senior researcher's expertise in designing the experiment.
チームは、実験の設計において上級研究員の専門知識に従うことを選びました。
When deciding on the software to use, I will defer to your experience in the field.
使用するソフトウェアを決める際には、この分野でのあなたの経験に従います。
02
頼る, 依存する
to refer to or rely on someone or something with more expertise, responsibility, or jurisdiction, typically to handle a matter
例
During team discussions, members often defer to the project manager for direction and decision-making.
チームディスカッション中、メンバーは方向性と意思決定のためにプロジェクトマネージャーに従うことが多い。
In matters of international diplomacy, leaders often defer to the United Nations for resolutions to global conflicts.
国際外交の問題では、指導者はしばしば国連に頼って、世界的な紛争の解決を図ります。
03
従う, 尊重する
to agree to uphold established customs, practices, or rituals, typically out of respect for their historical or cultural importance
例
In matters of protocol, diplomats often defer to the customs of the host country.
プロトコルの問題において、外交官はしばしばホスト国の習慣に従います。
During ceremonies, the royal family always defers to ancient customs and protocols.
式典の間、王室は常に古代の習慣とプロトコルに従います。
