N1
いっしょくそくはつ (isshokusokuhatsu)
一触即発
explosive (situation); on the verge of exploding; critical; highly volatile
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes a highly tense and dangerous situation that could escalate or erupt at any moment with the slightest provocation. Often used for international relations, social unrest, or personal conflicts. Usually used with 「の状況」 (no jōkyō - situation) or 「の状態」 (no jōtai - state). (少しのきっかけで大事件に発展しかねない危うい状況)
📝 Example Sentences
両国間の関係は一触即発の状況にある。
The relationship between the two countries is in an explosive situation.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "一触即発"!
緊張が高まり、現場はまさに_______の状態だった。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「一触即発」は、少しのきっかけで大変な事態に発展しかねない危うい状況を表します。
English: 「一触即発」 (isshokusokuhatsu) describes a highly tense and dangerous situation that could erupt at any moment.
English: 「一触即発」 (isshokusokuhatsu) describes a highly tense and dangerous situation that could erupt at any moment.
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