VocabJLPT N1
divergence
NounSuru VerbIntransitive VerbPlace

Definitions

  1. 1. divergence
  2. 2. ramification
  3. 3. Bunki
This word means a branch or fork — a point where something divides into two or more paths or directions. It is used in contexts like roads, rivers, decision trees, or computer programming logic.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"My life forked right here," he said with a laugh.

Sentence 2

The moment when values diverge is surprisingly quiet, isn't it?

Sentence 3

Which way you branch off will affect your arrival time, you know.

Sentence 4

If a requirement branches off, it will be managed as a separate ticket.

Sentence 5

According to the announcement, the service line is expected to split partway along the route.