入り組んだ
hairikundaComplex, intricate, or convoluted (often referring to structures, designs, or situations that are highly detailed and interconnected)
この迷路は入り組んでいて、簡単に出口が見つかりません。
This maze is so intricate that it's hard to find the exit.
この法律の条文は入り組んでいて、理解するのが難しい。
The clauses of this law are so convoluted that they're hard to understand.
Often used to describe physical structures, systems, or abstract concepts that are highly detailed and interconnected.
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💡Pro Tip
Usage in Architecture
This word is often used to describe buildings or structures with intricate designs or layouts.
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Positive vs. Negative Connotations
While '入り組んだ' can describe something beautifully intricate, it can also imply unnecessary complexity or confusion, depending on the context.
📖Word Origin
Derived from the verb '入り組む' (hairikumu), which means 'to be intertwined' or 'to be complex'. The adjective form '入り組んだ' describes something that is highly intricate or convoluted.
📝Usage Notes
This word is often used to describe physical structures (like mazes or buildings) or abstract concepts (like laws or relationships) that are highly detailed and interconnected. It can have both positive and negative connotations depending on context.