Phew! false alarm Eek!
The word “Phew!” is an interjection used to express relief, exhaustion, or the feeling of narrowly avoiding a problem or danger. It is often accompanied by a gesture or exhalation to emphasize the feeling.
Phew! 「ふぅ！」という言葉は、安堵感や疲労感、あるいは問題や危険を間一髪で回避した感覚を表現するために使われる間投詞である。その気持ちを強調するために、ジェスチャーや呼気を伴うことが多い。
Examples in Context:
Relief:
“Phew! I thought I was going to miss the bus!”
Exhaustion:
“Phew! That workout was tough!”
Narrow Escape:
“Phew! I almost dropped my phone!”
Pronunciation:
Phonetic: /fjuː/
IPA: [fjuː]
Japanese Translation:
ふう！ (Often used in a similar context to express relief or a sense of accomplishment.)
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The phrase “false alarm” refers to a situation where a warning or alert is given, but it turns out there is no real danger, problem, or need for concern. It can be used literally or figuratively.
false alarm 「誤報」とは、警告や警報が発せられたが、実際には危険や問題がなく、心配する必要がないことが判明した状況を指す。文字通りにも比喩的にも使われる。
Examples in Context:
Literal Use:
“The fire alarm went off, but it was a false alarm. Someone burned toast in the kitchen.”
Figurative Use:
“I thought I lost my wallet, but it was just in my bag. It was a false alarm.”
Pronunciation:
Phonetic: /fɔːls əˈlɑːrm/
IPA: [fɔːls əˈlɑːrm]
Japanese Translation:
誤報 (ごほう): Used in contexts like a false report or incorrect warning.
空振り (からぶり): Figurative use, meaning an unnecessary effort or worry.
誤警報 (ごけいほう): Specific to warnings or alarms being false.
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The word “Eek!” is an interjection used to express sudden fear, surprise, or shock, often in a playful or exaggerated way.
突然の恐怖、驚き、衝撃を表現するときに使われる間投詞で、多くの場合、おどけたり大げさに表現したりする。
Examples in Context:
Fear or Shock:
“Eek! There’s a spider on the wall!”
Surprise:
“Eek! I forgot to do my homework!”
Pronunciation:
Phonetic: /iːk/
IPA: [iːk]
Japanese Translation:
キャー！: Used for expressing fear or shock, often by women or children.
ひゃっ！: A lighter exclamation of surprise.
It is often used in a light-hearted or humorous tone.
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