納期

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: The written form is 納期, read のうき. Elements for delivery and a set period combine to denote the deadline for delivering goods or work.
• Basic usage: 納期を延ばす moves the deadline itself later, while 納期に間に合う describes completing work in time for that deadline.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• A completed extension
  • The context includes the achieved result of having the deadline extended by one week, not merely making a request. Example: 部品の納期を一週間延ばしてもらった。 — We had the parts delivery deadline extended by one week.
• Meeting the deadline
  • The person in charge speeds up the work in order to meet the fixed delivery date. Example: 担当者は納期に間に合うよう作業を急いだ。 — The person in charge rushed the work to meet the due date.