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収まり (おさまり) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Common word Freq. Frequency Top 50,000 Meanings 1
noun
conclusion ; settlement ; resolution
Refers to a matter reaching a settled state, often after discussion or conflict. Common in phrases like 収まりがつく (a matter is settled) or 収まりをつける (to bring something to a conclusion).
は
収おさ
まり
が
つか
ない
。
Things won't be settled if we leave them like this.
2
noun
fitting in ; balance ; harmony
Describes how well something fits into a space, group, or overall composition. Often used in design, arrangement, or social contexts.
Written forms 収おさ まり Usage 82%
Most common spelling for the general sense of settling, conclusion, or fitting in.
おさまり Usage 16%
オサマリ Usage 3%
納おさ まり
Often used when something is neatly stored, contained, or fits into a designated place.
治おさ まり
Rare spelling, sometimes used for calming down or settling of disturbances.
Kanji 納 settlement, obtain, reap 治 reign, be at peace, calm down Similar words 収おさ まる The verb form; 収まり is the noun derived from it, focusing on the state or result of settling or fitting.
解かい 決けつ More formal and direct for 'resolution' of a problem; 収まり implies a natural settling or coming to rest.
Etymology Noun form of the verb 収まる (osamaru), meaning 'to settle' or 'to fit'. The kanji 収 carries the sense of 'obtain' or 'store', while 納 implies 'supply' or 'put away', and 治 suggests 'govern' or 'calm'.
