godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
bite each other
Describes animals or people biting one another in a fight or play.
犬が二匹、庭で食い合っている。
Two dogs are biting each other in the yard.
godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
fit together; interlock
Used for parts, gears, or pieces that mesh or fit snugly; often in mechanical or structural contexts.
このパズルのピースはきれいに食い合う。
The pieces of this puzzle fit together neatly.
godan verb (-u), transitive verb
encroach on each other; overlap
Refers to territories, interests, or schedules conflicting or overlapping; often used in business or planning.
二つのプロジェクトの範囲が食い合っている。
The scopes of the two projects are encroaching on each other.
godan verb (-u), transitive verb
eat together
Simply means sharing a meal; less common than 一緒に食べる but still used.
家族で鍋を食い合うのは楽しい。
Eating hot pot together as a family is fun.