Translation and Meaning of: 騒動 - soudou
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 騒動 (soudou) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: soudou
Kana: そうどう
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n1
Translation / Meaning: conflict; turmoil; rebellion
Meaning in English: strife;riot;rebellion
Definition: Make noise in a large group. In addition, the commotion.
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Explanation and Etymology - (騒動) soudou
The Japanese word 「騒動」(soudou) is composed of two kanji characters: 「騒」 which means "noise" or "loudness" and 「動」 which represents "movement" or "action." Together, they form an expression that is often used to describe disturbances, confusions, or upheavals. The etymology reveals a context of how sounds and actions can blend together to create situations of disorder.
The term 「騒動」 is widely used in Japan to refer not only to physical disturbances but also to situations of misunderstandings or conflicts that can occur in both public and private environments. This word can be used to describe events such as civil disturbances, public scandals, or even everyday confusions, like a fight in a public place.
Historically, the word emerged in periods when the social order could easily be disrupted by popular movements or revolts. As a result, 「騒動」 carries connotations of instability, especially in times of tension. Although the word has an ancient origin, it remains relevant in modern contexts, demonstrating its adaptability to describe contemporary events ranging from political crises to social disorder.
Synonyms and similar words
- 騒ぎ (sawagi) - Commotion, agitation.
- 騒動 (soudou) - Disturbance, turmoil.
- 騒音 (souon) - Noise, sound.
- 騒ぐ (sawagu) - Make noise, get excited.
- 騒動する (soudou suru) - Cause a commotion, be restless.
- 騒乱 (souran) - Confusion, disorder.
- 騒々しい (souzoushii) - Noisy, tumultuous.
- 騒動中 (soudou chuu) - During the riot.
- 騒動状態 (soudou joutai) - State of turmoil.
- 騒動期 (soudou ki) - Period of upheaval.
- 騒動時 (soudou ji) - At the time of the turmoil.
- 騒動事件 (soudou jiken) - Riot incident.
- 騒動報道 (soudou houdou) - Report on the turmoil.
- 騒動ニュース (soudou nyuusu) - News about the riot.
- 騒動情報 (soudou jouhou) - Information about the riot.
- 騒動対応 (soudou taiou) - Response to the turmoil.
- 騒動解決 (soudou kaiketsu) - Resolution of the turmoil.
- 騒動後 (soudou go) - After the turmoil.
- 騒動影響 (soudou eikyou) - Impact of the turmoil.
- 騒動発生 (soudou hassei) - Occurrence of a riot.
- 騒動原因 (soudou gen'in) - Cause of the turmoil.
- 騒動検証 (soudou kenshou) - Verification of the uproar.
- 騒動議論 (soudou giron) - Discussion about the turmoil.
- 騒動批判 (soudou hihan) - Critique of the turmoil.
- 騒動批評 (soudou hihyou) - Criticism regarding the turmoil.
- 騒動評価 (soudou hyouka) - Assessment of the turmoil.
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: そうどう soudou
How to Write in Japanese - (騒動) soudou
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (騒動) soudou:
Example Sentences - (騒動) soudou
Below are some example sentences:
Kono jiken wa ookina soudou wo hikiokoshita
This case caused a great deal of turmoil.
- この - demonstrative pronoun meaning "this" or "this one"
- 事件 - noun meaning "incident" or "event"
- は - topic particle indicating that what follows is the main subject of the sentence
- 大きな - adjective meaning "big" or "important", followed by the linking particle "na"
- 騒動 - noun meaning "disturbance" or "confusion"
- を - object particle indicating that what follows is the direct object of the sentence
- 引き起こした - verb meaning "caused" or "provoked", conjugated in the past and followed by the ending particle "ta"
Kono soudou wa hayaku owatte hoshii
I want this hustle to end soon.
I want this turmoil to end sooner.
- この - demonstrative pronoun meaning "this"
- 騒動 - noun meaning "disturbance" or "confusion"
- は - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
- 早く - adverb that means "quickly" or "soon"
- 終わって - verb in the gerund that means "finishing"
- ほしい - adjective meaning "to want" or "to desire"
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