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強制
kyousei
Description
「強制」は、だれかに何かを無理にさせることです。
"強制" means forcing someone to do something against their will.
本人がしたくなくても、力やルールでやらせるときに使います。
It is used when making someone do something by force or rules, even if they don't want to.
Meanings
強制kyousei
forcing someone to do something; compulsion
この仕事は強制ではありません。
This job is not mandatory.
強制するkyousei suru
to force or compel someone to do something
参加を強制することはできません。
You cannot force participation.
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Notes
- Etymology
強 (strong/force) + 制 (control/restrict), literally 'to control by force'.
- Nuance
often carries a negative tone, implying pressure against someone's will.
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