ひび

(2 entries)
Alternative writings: , ヒビ
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1

A crack or fissure on or within a surface or object (e.g., walls, pottery).

NounUsually Kana

Examples

壁にひびが入っているので修理が必要だ。

There is a crack in the wall, so it needs repair.

古い陶器に細かなひびが見える。

You can see fine cracks in the old pottery.

ガラスにひびが入ると危険だ。

A crack in the glass is dangerous.

2

A rift or split in a relationship or organization; a breakdown in trust or harmony.

NounUsually Kana

Examples

最近、二人の間にひびが入っているらしい。

It seems there has been a rift between the two recently.

チーム内の意見の相違がひびを生んだ。

Differences of opinion within the team created a split.

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