遵守

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 遵守, read じゅんしゅ, combines following 遵 with keeping 守 to express compliance with rules.
• Basic usage: Use it for complying with rules, laws, or contract terms, as in 安全規則を遵守する.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Tone and register
  • It is more formal and institutional than 守る, which can also be used for ordinary promises.