This is the 4310th most frequent Japanese word.
分かれる
"To split, divide, separate, or disperse."
In this sentence, '分かれる' is used to indicate a division or divergence in opinions among people.
意見が分かれることがよくあります。
It's common for opinions to differ.
Here, '分かれる' describes a physical split or branching, referring to the road diverging into two paths.
道路がここで分かれるので気をつけてください。
The road splits here, so be careful.
In this context, '分かれる' denotes the end or separation of a relationship between two individuals.