ichidan verb, intransitive verb
be tied together; be fastened; be connected
Describes things being physically tied, bound, or connected. Also used for abstract connections such as relationships or agreements.
See also: 結ぶ
靴ひもがしっかり結ばれている。
The shoelaces are tied tightly.
両国は強
The two countries are bound by strong friendship.
ichidan verb, intransitive verb
get married; be joined in marriage; be wedded
Used when two people are united in marriage, often with a sense of fate or formal union. Common in literary or formal contexts.
二人は去年の春に結ばれた。
The two were married last spring.
長い交際の末、ついに結ばれることになった。
After a long relationship, they finally decided to get married.