Japanese Conversation · Level 102
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Japanese word
闘争
Pronunciation
Romajitōsō
Meaning
- nounconflict
Example
二つの国の間で激しい闘争が続いています。futa tsu no kuni no aida de hage shi i tō sō ga tsuzu i te i ma su
A fierce conflict is continuing between two countries.
More examples
両者は話し合いによって闘争を終えました。ryō sha wa hana shi a i ni yo tte tō sō o o e ma shi ta
Both sides ended the conflict through discussion.
Core concept
Describes a sustained clash in which opposing sides pursue incompatible aims or claims.
Common phrases
激しい闘争hage shi i tō sō
fierce conflict
闘争を避けるtō sō o sa ke ru
avoid conflict
闘争を続けるtō sō o tsuzu ke ru
continue the conflict
Similar words
争いarasoi: A disagreement or conflict between people or groups over an issue or interest.
紛争funsō: A serious disagreement or conflict between countries, groups, or people.
対立tairitsu: A state in which people or groups hold opposing positions or interests.
抗争kōsō: An organized and often prolonged struggle between opposing groups.
Definition in Japanese
二つ以上の立場や集団が、目的や主張の実現をめぐって激しく争うこと。futa tsu i jō no tachi ba ya shū dan ga moku teki ya shu chō no jitsu gen o me gu tte hage shi ku araso u ko to
Word origin
闘争 (tōsō) is a Sino-Japanese compound of 闘 (tō, "fight") and 争 (sō, "contend"), expressing intense contention between opposing sides.
Usage tips
- The Japanese term 闘争 (tōsō) can describe political or labor struggle as well as conflict between countries, so it does not by itself mean a war.