Translation guide
A situation where two or more parties cannot proceed because each is waiting for the other to act, or because of an irresolvable conflict. In Japanese, this concept is expressed through various nouns and set phrases depending on the context, such as negotiations, computing, or physical jams.
Describing a situation where opposing sides cannot reach an agreement or make progress.
A formal term for a deadlocked or stalemated state, often used in politics, business, or military contexts.
The negotiations have fallen into a deadlock.
A common word for a dead end or impasse, used in various situations including discussions, projects, and relationships.
The discussion is showing signs of deadlock.
A loanword from English, used in similar contexts but often with a slightly more technical or modern feel, especially in IT or business.
The project reached a deadlock.
An idiomatic phrase meaning 'unable to move forward or backward', used for situations where no progress can be made.
The negotiations are completely deadlocked.
A specific technical term in computer science where two or more processes are each waiting for resources held by the other.
A situation where movement is physically impossible because things are stuck or blocked.
Describes being stranded or stuck and unable to move, often used for vehicles in snow or traffic.
Cars were deadlocked due to heavy snow.
Specifically refers to traffic congestion or a traffic jam, but can metaphorically imply a deadlock in flow.
膠着状態 is more formal and often used in written analysis or news reports, while 行き詰まり is more versatile and can be used in everyday conversation. デッドロック is a loanword that carries a modern, sometimes technical nuance.
The meeting fell into a deadlock. (formal)
The conversation reached a deadlock. (casual)
Do not translate 'deadlock' literally as 死の錠 (しのじょう) or similar. Use the appropriate Japanese term based on context.
道路が渋滞で完全に動かない。
The road is completely deadlocked with traffic.