No. 1,658 in Japanese
脅威
Threat; menace.
In a sentence
この地域への台風は住民にとって大きな脅威です。
The typhoon to this region is a significant threat to the residents.
In this sentence, 脅威 is used to describe a natural disaster, emphasizing its potential danger and impact on people.
新しい技術が旧方式に対する脅威をもたらしています。
New technology is posing a threat to old methodologies.
Here, 脅威 is used metaphorically to denote the challenge or pressure caused by advancement or innovation.
その選手が取得した実績は他チームにとって脅威となるでしょう。
The achievements of that player will prove to be a threat to other teams.
In this context, 脅威 refers to the competitive pressure or challenge posed by someone's skills or achievements.
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