Japanese

かさい
Meaning: fire, conflagration
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

火
災

Example sentences

The building was completely destroyed by fire.
火災の跡を前にして、彼はただ立ち尽くしていた。
He just stood there transfixed before the ruins of the fire.
美しい森が火災で無残にも破壊された。
The beautiful forest was miserably destroyed by the fire.
火災の通報を受けて、消防隊が直ちに出動した。
Upon receiving a report of a fire, the fire department dispatched immediately.
住宅が密集している地域は、火災への対策が重要だ。
In areas where houses are crowded together, fire prevention measures are crucial.
火災の熱で、建物の表面が焼け爛れていた。
The surface of the building was burnt and charred by the heat of the fire.
火災の現場に消防隊が迅速に到着した。
The fire brigade arrived quickly at the scene of the fire.
古い配線が原因で漏電し、火災が発生した。
A short circuit occurred due to old wiring, causing a fire.
火災により、全財産が烏有に帰した。
All property was reduced to ashes by the fire.
貴重な仏像が火災によって激しく毀傷された。
The precious Buddha statue was severely damaged by the fire.

Usage Notes

Refers to a fire that causes damage to property or nature. Often used in formal or news contexts.

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