及ぶ

及ぶ

"及ぶ" means "to reach," "to extend to," or "to amount to."

In this sentence, "及ぶ" is used to express extension or reaching in terms of scope or range.

調査が及ぶ範囲を広げる必要があります。

The scope of the investigation needs to be expanded.

Here, "及ぶ" indicates the spread or reaching of influence to a specific domain.

彼の影響は、教育分野にまで及んでいる。

His influence extends to the field of education.

In this context, "及ぶ" is used to describe the potential extent or coverage of an event or effect.

洪水の被害が地域全体に及ぶ可能性がある。

The flood damage might affect the entire region.