CEFR C1
jibe
Translation
一致する / 合致する / つじつまが合う
Meaning
Jibe means to agree, match, or fit with something else, especially facts, evidence, memories, or explanations. The usual pattern is jibe with. Do not confuse it with gibe, a mocking remark, or jive, music, dance, or informal nonsense talk.
Examples
- 彼の説明は監視カメラの映像と一致しません。
His explanation does not jibe with the security footage. - その数字は以前の報告と合っています。
The numbers jibe with the earlier report.