Tsunagu

Tsunagu (繋ぐ) is a Japanese verb meaning "to connect," "to tie," "to link," or "to join." It implies a joining of two or more things, whether physical objects, concepts, people, or events. The nuance of tsunagu often suggests a purposeful connection made to create a continuous whole or a relationship between separate entities. It can also refer to maintaining or preserving a connection over time.

The verb tsunagu can be used both transitively (taking a direct object) and intransitively (not taking a direct object), although the transitive use is more common. When used transitively, it emphasizes the action of connecting something to something else.

Figuratively, tsunagu can express the connection of ideas, the linking of memories, or the continuation of a tradition. In personal relationships, it signifies maintaining a bond or fostering a connection with others.

The related noun form is tsunagi (繋がり), which means "connection," "link," or "relationship."