Japanese meaning of 内憂外患
Reading:
ないゆうがいかん (naiyuu gaikan)
English Translation:
Domestic and foreign troubles
Meaning & Cultural Context
Meaning:
Domestic and foreign troubles
Cultural Context:
Political science, diplomacy, and historical analysis.
国内外のさまざまな問題や心配事。
政治学・外交・歴史分析で用いられる。
Grammar & Learning Points
Grammar Point
• Noun phrase for internal and external troubles; often with “を抱える.”
Trap for English Speakers
May be confused with purely political issues.
Example
Basic Example
その国は内憂外患に苦しんでいる。
The country is suffering from domestic and foreign troubles.
Applied Example
「陛下！内憂外患の危機です、急ぎご決断を！」
The king! We face domestic and foreign troubles—your swift decision is needed!