N1
けんそう (kensou)
喧騒
noise; clamor; hustle and bustle
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to a loud, bustling, and sometimes chaotic sound or atmosphere, often associated with crowds, cities, or lively events. It can carry a slightly negative or overwhelming connotation, contrasting with peace or quiet. (ざわざわした騒がしい音や雰囲気、特に都会や人ごみ、イベントなどで使われる。静寂とは対照的な、やや圧倒されるような響きを持つこともある。)
📝 Example Sentences
都会の喧騒を離れて、静かな田舎で暮らしたい。
I want to leave the hustle and bustle of the city and live in a quiet countryside.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "喧騒"!
週末は、繁華街の_______を避けて、公園で過ごした。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「繁華街の騒がしさ」を避けるという意味で、「喧騒」が適切です。
English: To avoid the 'noise and bustle' of the downtown area, '喧騒' (kensou) is appropriate.
English: To avoid the 'noise and bustle' of the downtown area, '喧騒' (kensou) is appropriate.
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