Lingakuつまり
Frequency rank: 315.
- that is to say; that is; in other words; I mean; that (this, it) meansword usually written using kana alone
- in short; in brief; to sum up; ultimately; in the end; in the long run; when all is said and done; what it all comes down to; when you get right down to it; basicallyword usually written using kana alone
- clogging; obstruction; stuffing; (degree of) blockageword usually written using kana alone
- shrinkageword usually written using kana alone
- end; conclusionword usually written using kana alonesee also とどのつまり
- dead end; cornerword usually written using kana alonearchaism
- distress; being at the end of one's ropeword usually written using kana alonearchaism
adverb (fukushi)
Generated: This meaning is used to clarify or restate something previously said. It introduces a rephrasing or elaboration.
Generated: This usage is employed when summarizing or drawing a conclusion from information presented earlier. It emphasizes the essence of a discussion.
noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
Generated: This meaning refers to a physical obstruction that prevents normal flow or progress. It can be used in contexts related to pipes, roads, or congested situations.
Generated: This term is used to indicate a reduction in size, volume, quantity, or extent. It can refer to physical items or abstract concepts.
Generated: This meaning signifies the final part of something, often in the context of a discussion, story, or process.
Generated: This refers to a location where progress cannot be made further, often used metaphorically to describe situations with no viable options.
This road is a dead end. Let's turn back.
Generated: This usage describes a state of extreme emotional strain or trouble, often indicating a sense of hopelessness or desperation.
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In a progressive tense sentence it becomes the -ing form verb, that is the present participle.