つじつま

Alternative writings: 辻褄
JLPT:N1
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1

Coherence or consistency of a story or account; that something fits together without contradiction (usually written in kana).

NounUsually Kana

Examples

彼の説明は詳しかったが、ところどころ辻褄が合わない部分があった。

His explanation was detailed, but there were parts here and there that didn't add up.

事件の記録を整理して、全体の辻褄を合わせる必要がある。

We need to organize the records of the case and make the whole story consistent.

あの作家は物語の辻褄を巧みに合わせることで知られている。

That author is known for skillfully keeping the plot coherent.

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