火種
Reading: ひだね
Meaning: spark, source of fire; cause of trouble
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Example Sentence
小さい 誤解 が 争い の 火種 に なった
A small misunderstanding became the cause of conflict.
Usage Notes
Has two main meanings: literally refers to a spark or source that starts a fire, and metaphorically refers to the cause or source of disputes, conflicts, or trouble.
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