fierce

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 烈 has 10 strokes and denotes fierceness or intensity.
• Basic usage: 熱烈 is read ねつれつ, and 鮮烈 is read せんれつ.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Enthusiasm and a vivid impression
  • 熱烈な拍手 means enthusiastic applause, conveying the audience's ardent response.
  • 鮮烈な印象 means a striking, vivid impression, emphasizing the strong effect left on someone.