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波及

はきゅう

N2spread · repercussion

Examples

一人の遅れが班全体の作業に波及した。

物語では港の混乱が周辺の村にも波及する。

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Study notes

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

  • Structure: 波及 is read as はきゅう and can mean “spread” or “repercussion”, depending on context.
  • Basic usage: The examples show one delay affecting a whole group and harbor unrest spreading to nearby villages.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

  • Distinguishing senses and uses
    • It is an effect or change spreading outward like ripples; marks what is affected and にも emphasizes extension to another area.

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