Translation guide
The concept of a break, gap, or interruption in continuity, whether physical, temporal, or abstract.
Describing a physical break, crack, or gap in something that should be continuous.
A break or gap in something continuous, like a line, road, or sound. Commonly used for physical interruptions.
There is a break in the road.
A geological fault or a sharp discontinuity in layers. Also used metaphorically for a major gap or divide.
There is a major fault line in this area.
Technical term for discontinuity, often used in mathematics, physics, or formal contexts.
This function has a point of discontinuity.
Describing a pause, gap, or break in a temporal sequence, process, or continuity.
An interruption or suspension of an ongoing activity or process. Implies a temporary break.
Service was interrupted due to construction.
A cessation or discontinuation, often of something that was ongoing, like communication or a tradition.
Contact has been lost (discontinued).
A complete break or severance, often used for relationships, generations, or cultural transmission.
Describing a gap in reasoning, narrative, or logical flow.
A leap in logic or a jump in reasoning that creates a discontinuity. Often used in discussions or arguments.
There is a leap (discontinuity) in that conclusion.
A contradiction or inconsistency, implying a logical discontinuity.
A mismatch or inconsistency, often used in formal or technical contexts to describe data or structural discontinuity.
途切れ (togire) is for physical or signal gaps; 中断 (chuudan) is for temporary suspension of activities; 断絶 (danzetsu) implies a complete severance, often of relationships or traditions.
English 'discontinuity' is often too formal or technical for everyday Japanese. Choose a word that matches the specific type of break or gap.
The discontinuity between the two cultures is striking.
世代間の断絶が問題になっている。
The generation gap (discontinuity) has become a problem.
There is a contradiction (discontinuity) in his explanation.
データに不整合が見つかった。
A discontinuity (inconsistency) was found in the data.