Tsumari

JLPT N3

Usually written in kana.

Other forms:

詰まり (Tsumari) is a Japanese adverb meaning “that is to say, that is, in other words, I mean”.

Meanings

  1. adverbthat is to say; that is; in other words; I mean; that (this, it) means
  2. adverbin short; in brief; to sum up; ultimately; in the end; in the long run
  3. nounclogging; obstruction; stuffing; (degree of) blockage
  4. nounshrinkage
  5. nounend; conclusion
  6. noundead end; corner

Examples

  • This is the bottom line.

  • He was to all intents and purposes deceived.

  • That is, she is a poor dancer.

Sentences from Tatoeba (CC BY 2.0 FR).

Kanji in 詰まり

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