What does the Eiken word "relief" mean?

The Eiken word "relief" (noun (名詞)) means "安堵、安心". It is an essential term for the Eiken exam.

Can you give a practice example for "relief"?

Yes, a practical example is: "It was a great relief to hear that he was safe." which translates in Japanese as "彼が無事だと聞いて、とても安心しました。".

Eiken Grade Pre-2

noun (名詞)

relief

💡 Usage & Nuance: 不安や苦痛が和らぐ「安心」や「安堵」という意味で使われます。英検では感情を表す単語として重要です。

It was a great relief to hear that he was safe.

彼が無事だと聞いて、とても安心しました。

Verify your vocabulary strength for "relief"

I felt a great sense of _______ when the exam was finally over.

🎉 正解 / Correct!

解説: 試験が終わって感じるのは「安堵」なのでreliefが正解です。
English: The feeling you get when an exam is finally over is 'relief'.

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