Physical force applied over an area; used in physics, engineering, and everyday descriptions of compression or force.
This container can withstand high pressure.
気体の圧力を測定する。
Measure the pressure of the gas.
pressure (social/political); coercion
Figurative use for social, political, or psychological pressure; often implies forceful persuasion or arm-twisting.
政府は国際的な圧力に屈した。
The government yielded to international pressure.
上司から残業の圧力をかけられた。
I was pressured by my boss to work overtime.
The pressure inside this container has become high.
The government is being pressured by other countries.
This machine is designed to withstand high pressure.
He feels strong pressure at work.
The economic pressure is increasing.
圧力 is the general, more formal word for physical, social, or political pressure, while 押し often describes the felt force or effort behind a literal or figurative push.
圧力 is the general word for pressure (physical or metaphorical), while 外圧 specifically means pressure exerted from outside a country or organization.
圧力 is the general, neutral term for physical or social pressure, while 圧迫 emphasizes the act of pressing or the oppressive feeling it produces.
圧力 is the general word for pressure of any kind, while 油圧 specifically means pressure exerted through oil in a hydraulic system.
圧力 implies stronger, more coercive pressure, whereas 働きかけ suggests a softer, more persuasive attempt to influence.
圧力 is a general term for pressure, physical or social, whereas 威圧 specifically means an intimidating, overpowering pressure meant to make someone submit.
圧力 refers to the general pressure exerted on someone (social, political, etc.), while 押し付け specifically describes forcing a particular thing onto someone.
pressure gauge; manometer
pressure cooker