N3
きき (kiki)
危機
crisis, danger
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to a critical or dangerous situation that requires careful handling. Often used in serious contexts, e.g., 経済危機 (economic crisis), 環境危機 (environmental crisis).
📝 Example Sentences
世界経済は深刻な危機に直面している。
The global economy is facing a serious crisis.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "危機"!
国は深刻な_______に直面している。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「深刻な状況」や「深刻な状態」も使えますが、ここでは「危険な状況」という意味で「危機」が最も適切です。
English: While 状況 (situation) or 状態 (condition) could fit, 危機 (crisis) is the most appropriate here to convey a 'dangerous situation'.
English: While 状況 (situation) or 状態 (condition) could fit, 危機 (crisis) is the most appropriate here to convey a 'dangerous situation'.
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