渋滞のせいで、会議に遅刻してしまった。
I was late for the meeting because of a traffic jam.
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I get caught in traffic jams during my commute every morning.
事故のせいで高速が渋滞している。
The highway is congested due to an accident.
渋滞にはまってしまい、イライラが募った。
I got stuck in a traffic jam and my frustration grew.
交通渋滞を緩和するために新しい道路が建設された。
To ease traffic congestion, a new road was built.
渋滞で、車がのろのろと動いている。
Cars are moving slowly due to the traffic jam.
渋滞を避けるため、電車は高架を走っている。
To avoid traffic jams, the train runs on an elevated track.
カーナビのビックス情報のおかげで、渋滞を避けることができた。
Thanks to the VICS information on the car navigation system, I was able to avoid the traffic jam.
Usage Notes
Primarily used for traffic, but can also describe a backup or delay in other processes.
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