Japanese Dictionary

Meaning of 威圧(いあつ) in Japanese

威圧
Kana Reading
いあつ
Romaji
iatsu
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    coercion; overpowering
    Example sentence
    将軍堂々とした誰でも威圧される The general's massive presence awes everyone.
  • Parts of speech
    Meaning
    to overpower; to overawe; to daunt

Examples of 威圧, いあつ in a sentence



Kanji in this word

JLPT 1

9 strokes

intimidate, dignity, majesty, menace, threaten

On'Yomi: イ

Kun'Yomi: おど.す, おど.し, おど.かす

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JLPT 2

5 strokes

pressure, push, overwhelm, oppress, dominate

On'Yomi: アツ, エン, オウ

Kun'Yomi: お.す, へ.す, おさ.える, お.さえる

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