従属

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 従属 (じゅうぞく) combines following 従 and belonging 属 to express a relationship of subordination.
• Basic usage: It describes an organization, person, or element placed under the control or dependence of another.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Being subordinate versus subordinating
  • に従属している describes the dependent state, while を従属させる describes causing another party to be subordinate.