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.