結論に達する
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Reach a conclusion
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To arrive at a final judgment or decision.
The Japanese phrase '結論に達する' (ketsuron ni tassuru) is composed of several elements: * **結論 (ketsuron):** This noun means 'conclusion,' 'decision,' or 'settlement.' It is formed from: * **結 (ketsu):** Meaning 'to tie,' 'to bind,' 'to connect,' 'to conclude.' This kanji is often associated with bringing things together or finishing them. * **論 (ron):** Meaning 'argument,' 'discourse,' 'treatise,' 'discussion.' This kanji refers to the act of reasoning or debating. Together, 結論 (ketsuron) implies the outcome of a discussion, analysis, or thought process. * **に (ni):** This is a particle that indicates direction, location, or the object/result of an action. In this context, it functions similarly to 'to' or 'at,' indicating the destination or result of the action. * **達する (tassuru):** This verb means 'to reach,' 'to arrive at,' 'to attain,' 'to achieve.' It is composed of: * **達 (tatsu):** Meaning 'to reach,' 'to arrive,' 'to attain,' 'to accomplish.' This kanji conveys the idea of successfully getting to a particular point or state. * **する (suru):** This is a common irregular verb meaning 'to do' or 'to make.' When combined with a noun or the stem of certain verbs, it forms a new verb. In 達する (tassuru), it functions as a suffix to verbalize the concept of reaching or attaining. Therefore, '結論に達する' literally translates to 'to reach/arrive at a conclusion.' The phrase describes the act of successfully bringing a process of deliberation or investigation to an end, resulting in a definitive judgment or decision.
