N2
おりあい (ori-ai)
折り合い
compromise, agreement, settlement
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to reaching an understanding or settlement, especially after a period of disagreement or negotiation. Often used with verbs like 「つく」 (to be reached) or 「つける」 (to reach).
📝 Example Sentences
両者の間でなかなか折り合いがつかない。
The two parties are having difficulty reaching a compromise.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "折り合い"!
意見が対立していても、どこかで_______をつける必要がある。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 意見の対立がある場合、「折り合いをつける」は「妥協点を見つけて解決する」という意味で使われます。
English: When there are conflicting opinions, 'to reach a compromise' (折り合いをつける) means to find a middle ground and resolve the issue.
English: When there are conflicting opinions, 'to reach a compromise' (折り合いをつける) means to find a middle ground and resolve the issue.
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