noun
creak; squeak; creaking; squeaking
Refers to the sound or sensation of something rubbing and producing a harsh noise, such as a floorboard, door hinge, or mechanical part.
古い階段を上がると、軋みが聞こえた。
When I went up the old stairs, I heard a creaking sound.
ドアの軋みが気になるので、油
The squeaking of the door bothered me, so I oiled it.
noun
Metaphorical extension: tension or conflict in relationships, organizations, or systems. Often used in phrases like 軋みが生じる (friction arises).
両国の間には貿易をめぐって軋みが生じている。
Friction has arisen between the two countries over trade.
チーム内の軋みがプロジェクトの進行を遅らせた。
Discord within the team delayed the project's progress.
Verb form meaning 'to creak' or 'to squeak'. 軋み is the noun derived from it, referring to the sound or the state of friction.
More formal and technical term for 'friction', both physical and metaphorical. 軋み is more vivid and often implies an audible or palpable strain.
Noun form of the verb 軋む (きしむ, 'to creak, to squeak'), which is of native Japanese origin. The kanji 軋 is used specifically for creaking or grating sounds.