JLPT N1 Advanced
断層
A geological fault line or a deep figurative disconnect.
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1 Noun
Geological Fault
Describes a fracture in the earth’s crust where rock formations have been displaced relative to one another.
Example
日本 に は 活断層 が たくさん あり ます 。
There are many active faults in Japan.
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2 Noun
A Gap / Disconnect
Refers to a fundamental discrepancy or deep rift between conflicting generations, opinions, or social groups.
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