expression, ichidan verb
to be destined for each other; to be tied by the red string of fate
Idiomatic expression based on the East Asian legend that a red string connects those destined to meet or marry. Used for romantic fate, often between a man and a woman.
See also: 赤い糸
二人はまるで赤い糸で結ばれていたかのように、すぐに恋に落ちた。
The two fell in love as if they were tied by the red string of fate.
彼女は運命の人と赤い糸で結ばれると信じている。
She believes she will be connected to her destined partner by the red string of fate.