What it means
に応じて means “according to” or “depending on.” It indicates that an action, decision, amount, or treatment changes in response to a person’s needs, circumstances, level, or other determining factor. It is commonly used with nouns and is appropriate in both written and spoken language, including formal contexts.
Usage note
に応じて focuses on adapting something to a particular condition or standard. Do not confuse it with によって, which can simply mean “by,” “through,” or “depending on” and has several other uses.
How to use it
参加者の希望に応じて、昼食の内容を変更します。
The content of the lunch will be changed according to the participants’ preferences.
参加者の希望に応じて、昼食の内容を変更する。
The content of the lunch will be changed according to the participants’ preferences.
