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sense of loneliness; feeling of isolation
The subjective feeling of being alone or isolated from others, even when surrounded by people. A psychological state of perceived disconnection.
大都会で孤独感を感じることがある。
Sometimes I feel a sense of loneliness in the big city.
一人暮らしの孤独感に耐えられない。
I can't bear the loneliness of living alone.
SNSは孤独感を増すこともある。
Social media can sometimes increase feelings of loneliness.
孤独感 emphasizes the subjective experience of loneliness rather than the objective state of being alone.
RELATED TERMS:
- 孤独: loneliness, isolation (the state itself)
- 寂しさ: loneliness (more emotional, immediate feeling)
- 孤立: isolation (social/physical separation)
Usage in psychology and mental health discussions is common.