N2
いきづまる (ikizumaru)
行き詰まる
to reach a deadlock, to be at a standstill, to be stuck
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Implies being unable to progress further due to difficulties, problems, or a lack of solutions. Can apply to negotiations, research, or personal situations. 計画が行き詰まる (a plan comes to a standstill).
📝 Example Sentences
交渉が行き詰まってしまい、結論が出ない。
The negotiations reached a deadlock, and no conclusion could be reached.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "行き詰まる"!
何度も話し合ったが、両者の意見が対立し、議論は完全に_______しまった。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 議論が進まず、停滞している状況を表すので、「行き詰まる」が適切です。
English: To describe a situation where discussion cannot progress and is stagnating, 「行き詰まる」is appropriate.
English: To describe a situation where discussion cannot progress and is stagnating, 「行き詰まる」is appropriate.
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