🇯🇵Japanese Source WordCode: JA

レッドフラッグ

Native Script:日本語

Pronunciation / Transliteration: reddo furaggu

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Red Flag/ˈrɛd ˌflæɡ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #4500 frequency
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🇯🇵 Example Sentence in Japanese:

"彼の傲慢な態度は大きなレッドフラッグだった。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A warning sign or indicator that indicates a problem, danger, or suspicious circumstance.

    "Ignoring early financial red flags can lead to severe business losses later."
  2. 2

    A subtle behavioral cue in interpersonal relationships that suggests potential toxicity or incompatibility.

    "Being overly critical on a first date is a major red flag for a future relationship."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Originating in the late 18th century, the term initially served as a literal military or maritime signal of danger, defiance, or battle. Over time, particularly in political and psychological contexts, it evolved metaphorically to describe any indicator or warning sign of a problem, hazard, or unacceptable behavior.

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