Translation guide
The concept that something cannot be divided or separated. In Japanese, this is most commonly expressed using nouns like 不可分 (fukabun) or 不可分性 (fukabunsei), or by describing something as 分けられない (wakerarenai).
Expressing that something cannot be divided into parts or separated, in a general or abstract sense.
A noun or na-adjective meaning 'indivisible' or 'inseparable'. Commonly used in formal, technical, or philosophical contexts.
These two issues are indivisible.
A noun specifically meaning 'indivisibility' as a property or quality. Used in academic or legal contexts.
The indivisibility of the nation is guaranteed by the constitution.
The negative potential form of 分ける (to divide), meaning 'cannot be divided'. More colloquial than 不可分.
This land cannot be divided.
Literally 'cannot be cut apart', used for things that are inseparable or closely connected.
Freedom and responsibility are indivisible.
Referring to the indivisibility of concepts like rights, sovereignty, or principles.
Referring to the property of being indivisible in scientific contexts, such as atoms or particles.
不可分 is a formal, often written term used in technical, legal, or philosophical contexts. 分けられない is the everyday spoken way to say something cannot be divided. Use 不可分 for abstract or official indivisibility, and 分けられない for concrete, physical indivisibility in casual conversation.
When the nuance is more about things being inseparable or closely linked rather than strictly indivisible, 切り離せない is a natural choice. It implies a strong connection that cannot be severed.
The indivisibility of the nation is a fundamental principle.
These two concepts are indivisible.
Peace and security are indivisible.
This number is indivisible.