godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
boil down; reduce by boiling
Describes liquid being boiled until it thickens or reduces. Used in cooking contexts.
スープが煮詰まって味が濃くなった。
The soup boiled down and the flavor became stronger.
godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
Colloquial use for discussions, plans, or work stalling. Often considered a misuse, but widely encountered.
会議が煮詰まって、何も決まらなかった。
The meeting reached an impasse and nothing was decided.
godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
approach a conclusion; be in the final stage
Used when a discussion, investigation, or plan is nearing its conclusion after thorough deliberation. The original figurative extension from 'boiling down'.
議論が煮詰まって、そろそろ結論が出そうだ。
The discussion is approaching a conclusion and seems about to reach a decision.