きしり
Meanings
1
usually written using kana alone
Describes the sound or sensation of something rubbing or grinding, such as a door, floorboard, or mechanical part.
When I opened the old door, it made a creaking sound.
The creaking of the floorboards bothers me.
2
usually written using kana alone
Metaphorical use for strained relations or tension between people, similar to 'friction' in English.
Friction has been developing between the two of them lately.