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VocabJLPT N1

congestion

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. congestion
2. crush
3. confusion

A state of crowding or congestion, often used to describe busy trains, roads, or public spaces. It conveys that a place is packed with people or vehicles, making movement difficult.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

If the venue gets congested, we'll restrict entry in stages.

Sentence 2

Which route can I take to avoid the congestion?

Sentence 3

Why is it so packed in here — is there a festival or something?

Sentence 4

An announcement came on: "Due to overcrowding, we are limiting entry."

Sentence 5

If I'm going to end up waiting anyway even with a reservation, what's the point?