N2
こじれる (kojireru)
こじれる
to get complicated, to worsen (a situation/relationship), to become strained
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Implies that a situation, relationship, or even an illness that was initially simple or manageable has become more difficult, entangled, or worse.
📝 Example Sentences
二人の関係がこじれて、話すこともなくなった。
Their relationship became strained, and they no longer even speak.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "こじれる"!
風邪が長引いて、さらに____しまった。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「長引いて、さらに」という表現から、病状が悪化したことを示唆しており、「こじれる」が適切です。
English: The phrase 'nagabiku, sara ni' (prolonged, furthermore) suggests a worsening condition, making 'kojireru' appropriate.
English: The phrase 'nagabiku, sara ni' (prolonged, furthermore) suggests a worsening condition, making 'kojireru' appropriate.
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