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弾圧 (noun)

The act of suppressing or oppressing groups, ideas, or movements through force, authority, or legal means. It is most commonly used in political, social, or historical contexts to describe the restriction of rights, dissent, or freedom of expression.

💬 Example

"言論を弾圧します。"

💡 Memory Tip

Imagine a 'Bullet' (弾 - dan) being used as a 'Pressure' (圧 - atsu) plate to crush a protest. Dan + Atsu = Forceful Sup...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
抑圧 圧迫 鎮圧 迫害 制裁
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'dan'atsu' for a strict diet. → Kibishii daietto (Strict diet).

Writing 'dan'atsu' with the 'play instrument' kanji incorrectly. → 弾圧 (using the correct radical).

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