JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate
スパイラル
A physical helical shape or a figurative, often negative, self-perpetuating cycle.
Readings
1 Noun
Spiral (Shape)
Describes a three-dimensional helical or coiled structure that winds around a central point, often appearing in architecture or technical design.
Example
この 建物 に は 美しい スパイラル の 階段 が あります 。
This building has a beautiful spiral staircase.
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2 Noun
Spiral (Cycle/Trend)
Represents a self-perpetuating chain of events where a situation progressively intensifies, typically leading to a worsening outcome.
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