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VocabJLPT N1

parallelism

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verbな-Adjectiveの-Adjective

Definitions

1. parallelism
2. running parallel (to, with)
3. running concurrently
4. not reaching an agreement (e.g. of a debate)

This noun and な-adjective describe two things running side by side without ever meeting, like parallel lines. It can also be used figuratively to describe situations or opinions that never converge or align.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, those two buildings are actually parallel to each other?

Sentence 2

"This argument is going in circles," Tanaka muttered under his breath.

Sentence 3

I laid the pen parallel to the edge of the notebook on the desk.

Sentence 4

The street in front of the station runs parallel to the tracks, so it's hard to get lost.

Sentence 5

When you're cooking, sliding the knife parallel to the cutting board makes it easier to cut.