Japanese

かんけい
Meaning: relationship; connection; relation
Part of Speech: Noun

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関
係

Example sentences

A relationship of trust built over many years exists between the two.
彼らの関係はもはや修復不可能だ。
Their relationship is already beyond repair.
彼らは恋愛関係にある。
They are in a romantic relationship.
お互いに尊重し合うことが良好な関係を築く鍵だ
Respecting each other is the key to building a good relationship.
二人の関係に決定的な亀裂が入った。
A decisive rift appeared in their relationship.
隣国との友好関係を築くことは、地域の安定に不可欠だ。
Building friendly relations with neighboring countries is essential for regional stability.
二国間は新たな外交関係を樹立した。
The two countries established a new diplomatic relationship.
彼らは長年の付き合いを通じて親密な関係を築いた。
They built an intimate relationship through many years of association.
両国は友好的な関係を築いている
The two countries are building a friendly relationship.
二人の間には明確な主従関係があった。
There was a clear master-servant relationship between the two.

Usage Notes

Describes how two or more things or people are connected or involved with each other.

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