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恐怖

kyōfu /kʲoːɸɯ/

A noun referring to intense fear, dread, or terror experienced in response to danger or something frightening. It describes both the psychological state of being afraid and the external cause of that fear.

Exemples

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1

昨日の夜、一人で恐怖映画を見ました。

I watched a horror movie by myself last night.

2

その独裁者は、国民を恐怖で支配した。

The dictator ruled the people through fear.

3

あまりの恐怖に、声も出なかったよ。

I was so terrified I couldn't even make a sound.

Famille de mots

Nom
恐怖
Verb
恐怖する
Adverbe
恐ろしく
Adjectif
恐ろしい
Apparenté
恐怖症
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Astuce mémo

The first kanji 恐 (fear) has the heart radical (心) at the bottom. Imagine your heart beating wildly when you feel terror.

Quiz rapide

彼は高いところが苦手で、高所____症です。

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : 恐怖

Exemples

1

昨日の夜、一人で恐怖映画を見ました。

everyday

I watched a horror movie by myself last night.

2

その独裁者は、国民を恐怖で支配した。

formal

The dictator ruled the people through fear.

3

あまりの恐怖に、声も出なかったよ。

informal

I was so terrified I couldn't even make a sound.

4

心理学において、恐怖は生物の生存本能と密接に関係している。

academic

In psychology, fear is closely related to a biological survival instinct.

5

市場の不安定さが投資家の間に恐怖を広げている。

business

Market instability is spreading fear among investors.

Famille de mots

Nom
恐怖
Verb
恐怖する
Adverbe
恐ろしく
Adjectif
恐ろしい
Apparenté
恐怖症

Collocations courantes

恐怖を感じる to feel fear
恐怖を抱く to harbor fear
恐怖に陥る to fall into terror
恐怖政治 reign of terror
恐怖心 spirit of fear

Phrases Courantes

恐怖のどん底

the depths of terror

恐怖に震える

to tremble with fear

恐怖を煽る

to stir up fear

Souvent confondu avec

恐怖 vs 怖い

Kowai is an i-adjective used to describe something as scary, whereas Kyōfu is the noun representing the concept of fear itself.

恐怖 vs 恐れ

Osore is more often used for a reverent fear or a general apprehension, while Kyōfu is more visceral and intense.

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Notes d'usage

Kyōfu is frequently used in compound nouns like 'Kyōfu-shō' (phobia). It is more formal and clinical than the common adjective 'kowai'.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often try to use 'Kyōfu' as an adjective (e.g., 'kyōfu hito' for scary person), but you must use 'osoroshii' or 'kowai' in that context.

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Astuce mémo

The first kanji 恐 (fear) has the heart radical (心) at the bottom. Imagine your heart beating wildly when you feel terror.

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Origine du mot

Composed of two kanji: 恐 (fear/awe) and 怖 (scary/frightened), both originating from concepts of psychological distress.

Modèles grammaticaux

Usually functions as a noun (恐怖) or a suru-verb (恐怖する). Often followed by particles 'o' (object of feeling) or 'ni' (source of fear).
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Contexte culturel

Deeply associated with 'J-Horror' (Japanese horror films), which often focus on psychological 'kyōfu' rather than just jump scares.

Quiz rapide

彼は高いところが苦手で、高所____症です。

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : 恐怖

Mots lis

抗争

A1

A serious struggle or conflict between opposing groups, factions, or organizations. It often implies a prolonged period of resistance, power struggles, or violent feuding.

平和

A1

A state of harmony and the absence of conflict, war, or disturbance. It is used to describe both global stability between nations and a quiet, tranquil personal lifestyle or environment.

和平

A1

和平 (wahei) refers to a state of peace or the restoration of peace, specifically in a diplomatic or formal context between conflicting parties. Unlike the more general word for peace (平和), it often implies the process of ending a war or dispute through negotiation.

休戦

A1

A temporary cessation of fighting or conflict by mutual agreement; a truce or armistice. It indicates a period where parties agree to stop hostile actions, whether in a literal war or a metaphorical argument.

停戦

A1

A temporary cessation of fighting or a ceasefire agreement between opposing forces in a conflict. It is used when parties agree to stop hostilities to allow for negotiations, humanitarian aid, or the permanent end of a war.

組織

A1

Soshiki refers to a structured group of people working together for a specific purpose, such as a company, institution, or system. It can also refer to biological tissue in a medical or scientific context, describing how cells are arranged.

協会

A1

An organized group of people who have the same interest, job, or purpose. It is commonly used for professional bodies, sports leagues, or non-profit organizations that represent a collective interest.

学会

A1

An academic society or a professional organization where scholars and researchers share their findings. It also commonly refers to the specific academic conferences or meetings organized by these groups.

法人

A1

A legal entity or organization, such as a company or non-profit, that is recognized by law as having rights and duties similar to those of a person. It distinguishes a group or institution from an individual human being in legal and business matters.

組合

A1

A formal organization or association formed by individuals or groups with a common interest, most commonly referring to a labor union or a cooperative. It describes a collective body where members work together to achieve shared social, economic, or professional goals.

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