VocabJLPT N1
union
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. union
  2. 2. joining
  3. 3. conjugation
  4. 4. Bacterial conjugation
This noun and verb (する) means the joining or bonding of two things together, often used in scientific or technical contexts such as biology, chemistry, or engineering. In biology, it can refer to the fusion of cells, while in construction it may describe joining two materials or structures.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"We'll paint it after joining these parts together," the craftsman said.

Sentence 2

From an audit standpoint, we'll keep records of the joining process.

Sentence 3

Does that step need to be joined by hand?

Sentence 4

Line up the hole positions first, then join them.

Sentence 5

I reinforced the corner of the desk by joining it with a metal bracket.