打ち切り
Meanings
1
discontinuation; termination; cancellation
Refers to the act of stopping something before its planned end, such as a project, series, or event. Often used in business, media, and administrative contexts.
The TV show was cancelled due to declining ratings.
The project was terminated due to budget shortfalls.
2
end of a game of go
Specific term in the game of go, referring to the point when both players agree the game has ended and counting begins.
The go match ended at 5 p.m.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉が打ち切りになるfor something to be discontinued/cancelled
The drama was cancelled because it wasn't popular.
- 〈事〉を打ち切りにするto discontinue/cancel something
The company discontinued the project to cut costs.
- 〈事〉の打ち切りthe discontinuation of something
Voices rose in opposition to the termination of the support program.
- 打ち切りを決めるto decide to discontinue something
Citing falling ratings, the station decided to cancel the show.