鉄拳
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Meanings
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clenched fist; iron fist
Refers to a tightly clenched fist, often with a nuance of strength or readiness to strike. Can be used literally or figuratively for harsh enforcement.
He clenched his fist in anger.
That teacher was known for his iron-fist discipline.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉に鉄拳を食らわすto give someone a punch with a clenched fist
The boss struck his subordinate with a clenched fist.
- 鉄拳を振るうto use force / wield an iron fist (often figuratively)
The dictator ruled his people with an iron fist.
- 鉄拳が飛ぶa punch flies (someone gets hit suddenly)
After the argument, punches started flying.