段落
Meanings
1
A distinct section of written text, typically consisting of several sentences on a single topic.
Please summarize the main point of this paragraph.
The report is divided into three paragraphs.
2
end; stopping place; conclusion
Used for a break, pause, or conclusion in a process or narrative. Often appears in set phrases like 段落がつく (to come to a conclusion) or 段落をつける (to bring to a close).
The work has come to a tentative conclusion.
Let's bring this story to a close here.
Usage patterns
- 段落を分けるto break (a text) into paragraphs
I wrote the essay divided into three paragraphs.
- 段落がつくfor a matter to reach a stopping point or conclusion
Work has finally reached a good stopping point.
- 段落を変えるto start a new paragraph
Please start a new paragraph where the topic changes.
Expressions
- 一段落つけるsettle for the time being; complete the first stage