WORD DETAIL
大嵐
おおあらし
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Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
大嵐(おおあらし) is a severe storm capable of causing damage. It appears as a cause and an avoided hazard. - Basic usage: A night storm fells a tree; a ship enters harbor to avoid a storm.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Storm causing damage and danger avoided by a vessel
でgives the cause of falling;を避けるgives the reason for changing course. The ship does not enter the storm.

