(はっせい)

はっせい
noun
occurrence, outbreak, generation
1. occurrence, outbreak
Something (usually negative like an accident, disaster, or problem) happening or breaking out.
事故(じこ)発生(はっせい)した
An accident occurred.
To prevent the outbreak of fire.
Damage occurred in various areas due to the heavy rain.
2. generation, production
The production or creation of something (heat, electricity, gas, etc.).
(ねつ)発生(はっせい)する
Heat is generated.
This device generates electricity.
Gas may be generated by chemical reactions.

COMPOUND: (はつ) (emit, occur) + (せい) (life, birth)

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

OFTEN USED FOR:

  • Accidents, disasters, problems (negative events)
  • Scientific contexts (generation of heat, electricity, etc.)