1.
collision, crash
Physical impact between two objects, especially vehicles.
2.
conflict, clash
Disagreement or opposition between people, groups, or ideas.
衝突 covers both physical collisions and abstract conflicts. Used as a する verb: 衝突する.
Common collocations
- 正面衝突: head-on collision
- 衝突事故: collision accident
- ~に衝突する: to collide with ~
- 意見の衝突: clash of opinions
- 利害の衝突: conflict of interest
- 文化の衝突: clash of cultures
- 世代の衝突: generational clash
Common patterns
Similar words
衝突 implies forceful, sudden impact. For milder disagreements, 対立 (opposition) is more appropriate.