四分五裂

しぶんごれつ
Alternative readings: しぶごれつ
Frequency:
1

Torn apart or in complete disarray; a state in which a group, organization, or discussion fragments and loses cohesion.

NounIrregular VerbYojijukugo

Examples

指導力が欠けていたため、プロジェクトは四分五裂になってしまった。

Because leadership was lacking, the project fell apart into pieces.

党内の対立で政党は四分五裂し、有力な方針を示せなくなった。

Due to internal conflict, the party split apart and could no longer present a strong policy.

会議で意見がまとまらず、議論は四分五裂したままだ。

Opinions couldn't be unified at the meeting, and the discussion remained fragmented.

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