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行き詰まる
ikizumaru
reach a deadlock
交渉は行き詰まってしまった。
The negotiations have reached a deadlock.
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to reach a point where progress is impossible due to obstacles or conflicts
プロジェクトは資金不足で行き詰まっている。
The project is stuck due to a lack of funding.
議論は行き詰まって、結論が出なかった。
The discussion reached a deadlock and no conclusion was reached.
Often used in business, politics, or personal situations where no forward movement is possible.
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Pro Tip
Common mistake
Avoid using '行き詰まる' to describe physical blockages (e.g., a road being blocked). It is primarily used for abstract or metaphorical deadlocks.
Gold Rule
When to use
Use '行き詰まる' when a situation has reached a point where no further progress is possible due to conflicts, lack of resources, or unresolvable differences. It implies a need for external intervention or a change in approach.
Word Origin
Composed of the verb '行く' (to go) and '詰まる' (to be blocked/clogged). The compound suggests a path or process that has become completely blocked, metaphorically extending to situations where no progress is possible.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal contexts such as negotiations, projects, or discussions. The verb is intransitive and typically followed by 'で' or 'に' to indicate the cause of the deadlock.
Word Breakdown
行き
to go / progress
root詰まる
to be blocked / clogged
root和英辞典