戦国
Meanings
war-torn country; country in civil war
Describes a nation or state engulfed in internal warfare or prolonged conflict.
The country turned into a war-torn state after years of civil war.
Abbreviation of 戦国時代, referring to the historical Warring States period in Japan (late 15th to early 17th century) or in ancient China.
See also: 戦国時代
During Japan's Warring States period, many feudal lords fought over territory.
fierce competition; hotly contested situation
Figurative use likening a competitive field (sports, business, etc.) to a battlefield where many strong contenders vie for supremacy.
This year's professional baseball is truly a fierce competition.
The smartphone market is taking on the appearance of a warring states period.
Usage patterns
- 戦国の世the turbulent age of civil war
The generals who survived through the age of civil war.
- 〈場所〉が戦国となるa country descends into civil war
That region eventually descended into a state of civil war.
- 〈場所〉は戦国状態だa market or field is in a state of fierce, all-out competition
The smartphone market is truly in a state of fierce competition.