大気

たいき
Alternative writings: 大氣
JLPT:N3
Frequency:
1

The air or atmosphere surrounding the earth; the layer of gases around a planet; used in meteorology and environmental contexts.

Noun

Examples

大気の温度が上がると天候に影響が出る。

When atmospheric temperatures rise, the weather is affected.

大気汚染の問題は都市部で深刻になっている。

Air pollution has become a serious problem in urban areas.

研究室で大気中の二酸化炭素濃度を測定した。

We measured the carbon dioxide concentration in the atmosphere in the lab.

2

Magnanimity; generosity of spirit—being broad-minded and forgiving (somewhat literary).

Noun

Examples

彼の大気ある態度が、周囲の信頼を集めている。

His magnanimous attitude has earned the trust of those around him.

失敗を責めずに大気に接することが大事だ。

It's important to approach others magnanimously, not by blaming them for failures.