ichidan verb, intransitive verb
remain married for life; stay together until death
Describes a couple staying married and faithful until one of them dies; often used in vows or romantic contexts.
二人は苦労を乗り越えて添い遂げた。
The two overcame hardships and stayed together for life.
彼女は夫と添い遂げること
She vowed to remain with her husband until death.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
succeed in marrying; finally get married
Focuses on overcoming obstacles to achieve marriage, rather than the lifelong commitment itself. Often used when the couple faced opposition or difficulties.
親の反対を押し切って、二人は添い遂げた。
They overcame their parents' opposition and finally got married.