一端
Meanings
1
one end; an end
Refers to one end or edge of a physical object, or one aspect of a matter.
I tied one end of the rope to the pillar.
From his story, I understood one aspect of the problem.
2
Used when referring to a small part or fragment of a larger whole, often in abstract contexts.
A fragment of the document was made public.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉の一端を示すto reveal a part/aspect of something
This incident reveals one aspect of a broader social problem.
- 〈事〉の一端を紹介するto introduce a small part of something (a story, project, etc.)
I'd like to introduce a small part of my research.
- 〈物〉の一端が見えるone end of an object can be seen
One end of the bridge could be seen through the fog.
Expressions
- 一端を担うplay a part in; be partly responsible for