expression, ichidan verb
give one's first cry (of a newborn)
Literal use for a newborn baby's first cry at birth.
赤ちゃんが産声を上げた瞬間、家族は涙を流した。
The moment the baby gave its first cry, the family burst into tears.
expression, ichidan verb
Figurative use for the birth or creation of something new, such as an organization, product, or idea. Often used in formal or journalistic contexts.
新しい政党が産声を上げた。
A new political party was born.
この研究所で多くの革新的な技術が産声を上げてきた。
Many innovative technologies have first seen the light of day in this laboratory.