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危機
kiki
Description
「危機」は、とても悪いことが起こりそうな、あぶない時のことです。
"危機" refers to a dangerous time when something very bad is likely to happen.
経済や環境の問題など、大きくて深刻なことによく使います。
It is often used for serious and large issues like economic or environmental problems.
Meanings
危機kiki
a crisis; a dangerous or critical situation
会社は今、大きな危機にあります。
The company is currently in a serious crisis.
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Notes
- Etymology
危 (danger) + 機 (moment/crucial point), literally a dangerous moment.
- Nuance
heavier and more formal than ピンチ, used for serious, large-scale situations.
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