人質
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Noun meaning 'hostage'. Used in contexts where a person is held captive, often for ransom or political demands. Example: 『人質を取る』 (hitojichi o toru, 'to take a hostage').
Theme
User and their friend Aiko discuss a recent news story about a hostage situation, sharing their thoughts on safety and empathy.
人質
ひとじち
hostage
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Imagine a person tied up with a 'hit' (人質 hitojichi sounds like 'hit-o-jee-chee') — they're a hostage! 'Hit' → 人質 (hitojichi, 'hostage').
Cultural Note
In Japanese media, 『人質』 (hitojichi, 'hostage') often appears in crime dramas or news reports. It's a serious term used in contexts involving kidnapping or negotiations.
Forms
Base: 人質Noun meaning 'hostage'. Used in contexts where a person is held captive, often for ransom or political demands. Example: 『人質を取る』 (hitojichi o toru, 'to take a hostage').