Teirei

Teirei (定例) is a Japanese word that translates to "regular," "routine," "scheduled," or "established practice." It refers to something that happens or is performed on a fixed and predictable basis, according to a set schedule or established custom. It implies a degree of formality and adherence to a recognized procedure.

The word is commonly used in business, government, and organizational contexts to describe regularly scheduled meetings (e.g., teirei kaigi - 定例会議, regular meeting), established reporting practices (e.g., teirei hōkoku - 定例報告, regular report), or routine inspections (e.g., teirei tenken - 定例点検, regular inspection). The implication is that the event or activity is not ad-hoc or spontaneous but rather part of a pre-planned and recurring cycle.

The precise nuance of teirei can vary depending on the context, but it generally emphasizes the planned, repeated, and formalized nature of the activity being described. It can also carry a subtle connotation of obligation or requirement, as in adhering to the established routine.