Translation guide
A line that is not continuous, often consisting of dashes, dots, or segments. In Japanese, this is commonly expressed with specific terms depending on the context, such as in writing, drawing, or road markings.
A line made of dashes or dots, as in writing, drawing, or diagrams.
Standard term for a dashed line, used in technical, drawing, and everyday contexts.
In the drawing, hidden parts are shown with broken lines.
Specifically a dotted line, made of dots rather than dashes. Often used interchangeably with 破線 in casual contexts, but technically distinct.
Please cut along the dotted line.
A broken line on the road indicating lane divisions or passing zones.
A broken line used in graphs to represent data or trends.
A stylistic broken line used in illustrations, comics, or design.
Used in artistic contexts to describe a line that is intentionally broken for effect.
In this illustration, broken lines are used to show movement.
Literally 'interrupted line', sometimes used in design contexts but less common than 破線.
I added a broken line effect to the logo.
You can change lanes at the broken line ahead.
This broken line is last year's data.