進展

• Reading: しんてん
• Romaji: shinten
• Kanji breakdown: 進 (shin/susu) — advance, proceed; 展 (ten) — unfold, develop, exhibit
• Pronunciation: /ɕiɴ.teɴ/

Meaning

Progress; development. Used to describe meaningful forward movement or advancement in situations, negotiations, or projects.

A noun that also functions as a する verb (進展する). It emphasizes meaningful advancement rather than mere change. Commonly used in news, business reports, and discussions about ongoing situations or negotiations where people expect updates.

Examples

1. 交渉に大きな進展があった。 There was significant progress in the negotiations.
2. 事件の捜査は進展していない。 The investigation into the case has not progressed.
3. 技術の進展により生活が便利になった。 Life has become more convenient thanks to technological progress.

Usage Guide

Context: news, business, academic

Tone: objective

Origin & History

Compound of 進 (advance) and 展 (unfold, develop). From Sino-Japanese roots suggesting the unfolding of forward movement, literally advancing and unfolding.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Professional