Meaning
To describe a street with heavy traffic or many people.
Cultural Background
Punctuality is highly valued. Using this phrase is a polite way to explain delays.
Casual shortening
In casual speech, you can drop the 'i' and say {混|こ}んでる.
Meaning
To describe a street with heavy traffic or many people.
Casual shortening
In casual speech, you can drop the 'i' and say {混|こ}んでる.
Test Yourself
Choose the correct verb form.
{道|みち}が____。
We use the te-form + iru to describe a current state.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercises{道|みち}が____。
We use the te-form + iru to describe a current state.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, for trains use {電車|でんしゃ}が{混|こ}んでいる.
Related Phrases
{渋滞|じゅうたい}している
synonymTraffic jam
{混雑|こんざつ}している
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