圧力
Atsuryoku refers to the physical force exerted per unit area, such as atmospheric or water pressure. It is also frequently used metaphorically to describe social, psychological, or political influence and coercion applied to someone.
Examples
3 of 5タイヤの圧力を確認してください。
Please check the tire pressure.
政府は他国に外交的圧力を加えた。
The government applied diplomatic pressure to other countries.
テストの前は、親からの圧力を感じるよ。
I feel pressure from my parents before a test.
Word Family
Memory Tip
The first kanji 圧 (atsu) looks like a cliff with something pressing down under it. Combined with 力 (chikara - power), it represents 'Push Power'.
Quick Quiz
上司から___をかけられて、仕事を早く終わらせた。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 圧力
Examples
タイヤの圧力を確認してください。
everydayPlease check the tire pressure.
政府は他国に外交的圧力を加えた。
formalThe government applied diplomatic pressure to other countries.
テストの前は、親からの圧力を感じるよ。
informalI feel pressure from my parents before a test.
液体の中では、深くなるほど圧力が高くなる。
academicIn a liquid, the deeper you go, the higher the pressure becomes.
取引先から値下げの圧力を受けている。
businessWe are receiving pressure from our clients to lower prices.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
同調圧力
peer pressure / pressure to conform
圧力団体
pressure group / lobby
圧力に負ける
to give in to pressure
Often Confused With
Usage Notes
Use 'atsuryoku o kakeru' when you are the one influencing someone, and 'atsuryoku o ukeru' when you are the one being influenced. In science, it is used for gas and liquid states.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use 'atsuryoku' when they mean 'pushing' a physical button. For buttons, use the verb 'osu' instead.
Memory Tip
The first kanji 圧 (atsu) looks like a cliff with something pressing down under it. Combined with 力 (chikara - power), it represents 'Push Power'.
Word Origin
A Sino-Japanese compound (Kanjigo) where 'atsu' (圧) means to suppress or press, and 'ryoku' (力) means force or strength.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
The term 'Dōchō Atsuryoku' (conformity pressure) is a common topic in Japanese social commentary regarding the tendency to prioritize group harmony over individual opinion.
Quick Quiz
上司から___をかけられて、仕事を早く終わらせた。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 圧力
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