1.
feeling of pressure; sense of oppression; imposing or claustrophobic feeling
A sensation of being pressed or confined, either physically (tight spaces, heavy objects looming) or psychologically (intimidation, overwhelming presence). Common in interior design, medical, and interpersonal contexts.
Compound of 圧迫 (pressure, oppression) + 感 (feeling, sense). Frequently used in interior design and architecture discussions when evaluating how spaces feel.
Common collocations
- 圧迫感がある: to feel oppressive/confining
- 圧迫感を感じる: to feel a sense of pressure
- 圧迫感が少ない: not very imposing
- 圧迫感を軽減する: to reduce the oppressive feeling
- 圧迫感のない: free from pressure, open-feeling
Usage
- Interior design: describing rooms, furniture, and layouts
- Medical: chest tightness or pressure symptoms
- Interpersonal: the imposing presence of a person