No. 3,204 in Japanese
圧迫
"Pressure" or "oppression."
In a sentence
胸部に強い圧迫を感じました。
I felt a strong pressure on my chest.
In this sentence, "圧迫" is used to describe physical pressure or force applied to the chest, indicating a direct sensation.
新しい政策は市民に経済的な圧迫をもたらしました。
The new policy brought economic pressure to the citizens.
Here, "圧迫" metaphorically signifies economic pressure or stress imposed on the citizens due to the policy.
競争の激化は彼の精神に圧迫を与えた。
The intensification of competition exerted mental pressure on him.
In this example, "圧迫" refers to psychological stress or strain caused by competitive situations, highlighting its emotional impact.
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