JLPT N1 Advanced
窒息
Physical suffocation or feeling emotionally stifled
Readings
Other forms
窒息する to choke/suffocate
窒息しそう feel like choking/suffocating
1 Noun, Suru verb
Choking / Suffocating (Literal)
Refers to the cessation of breathing caused by an obstruction in the airway or a lack of oxygen.
Example
彼 は 餅 を 食べ て いる 時 に 窒息 し た 。
He choked while eating mochi.
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2 Noun, Suru verb
Feeling Suffocated (Figurative)
Describes an oppressive feeling of being trapped or mentally stifled by a restrictive environment.
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