1.
sense of tension; feeling of nervousness; intensity
A palpable feeling of tension or nervous energy, whether from anxiety, excitement, or a serious atmosphere.
会場に緊張感が漂っていた。
A sense of tension hung over the venue.
試合前の緊張感がたまらない。
The tension before the match is unbearable.
適度な緊張感があったほうが、いいパフォーマンスが出せる。
Having a moderate level of tension helps you perform better.
Combines 緊張 (tension, nervousness) with 感 (feeling, sense). Can describe both personal nervousness and the tense atmosphere of a situation. Often used positively to mean productive intensity or focus.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 緊張感が漂う: tension hangs in the air
- 緊張感が走る: a wave of tension runs through
- 緊張感を持つ: to maintain a sense of tension
- 緊張感に欠ける: to lack tension, to be slack
- 緊張感のある: tense, intense
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 緊張: tension, nervousness — the base word, often more personal
- 緊迫感: sense of urgency — stronger, implies crisis
- プレッシャー: pressure — loanword, common in casual speech