noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
Describes events or occurrences that happen irregularly and in small numbers, not continuously or in large groups. Often used in news reports for incidents, protests, or outbreaks.
散発的な雨が一日中降り続いた。
Sporadic rain continued throughout the day.
抗議活動は散発的に行われている。
Protests are being held sporadically.