N2
いきちがい (ikichigai)
いきちがい
passing each other; misunderstanding, cross-purpose
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Can refer to literally passing by someone without meeting, or more commonly, a communication breakdown or difference in understanding.
📝 Example Sentences
彼の説明と私の理解でいきちがいがあった。
There was a misunderstanding between his explanation and my understanding.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "いきちがい"!
彼とは駅で_______になって、会えなかった。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「行き違い」は「互いにすれ違って、会えないこと」という意味です。
English: 'Ikichigai' means 'to pass each other' without meeting.
English: 'Ikichigai' means 'to pass each other' without meeting.
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