This is the 9266th most frequent Japanese word.
異変
"異変" (ihen) means "an unusual or unexpected change, incident, or anomaly."
Here, '異変' refers to an unexpected occurrence or change that catches someone's attention.
彼はその異変にすぐ気づいた。
He immediately noticed the unusual phenomenon.
In this sentence, '異変' is used to describe an unforeseen or disruptive change that could potentially have implications if unchecked.
異変が起きる前に対策を練らなければならない。
We must devise countermeasures before an unusual situation occurs.
Here, '異変' signifies alterations or disruptions happening within the environmental context, impacting ecosystems.