No. 4,858 in Japanese
炎上
"炎上" means "online flaming" or "a situation where someone or something draws widespread criticism or backlash, often on social media."
In a sentence
その家は火事で炎上しました。
The house erupted in flames due to a fire.
Literal meaning: the word '炎上' directly refers to being engulfed in flames, describing a physical fire.
彼の投稿がソーシャルメディアで炎上しました。
His post ignited controversy on social media.
Figurative meaning in modern slang: '炎上' is used to describe a topic or content gaining negative attention extensively online.
会社のミスが顧客間で炎上しています。
The company's mistake is causing an uproar among customers.
Extended usage: '炎上' metaphorically represents widespread dissatisfaction or anger in social groups.
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