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A situation where electricity supply is insufficient to meet demand, often leading to power outages or rationing.
電力ひっ迫により、工場の操業が制限される可能性がある。
Due to the power shortage, factory operations may be restricted.
政府は電力ひっ迫を防ぐために節電を呼びかけている。
The government is calling for energy conservation to prevent a power shortage.
This term is commonly used in discussions about energy policy, grid management, and emergency preparedness.
This term is often used in formal and technical contexts, such as government announcements or energy industry reports.
Use this term specifically for situations where electricity supply is critically low, not for general energy discussions.
Composed of 電力 (denryoku, 'electric power') and ひっ迫 (hikkatsu, 'urgent situation' or 'tight supply').
This term is often used in news reports and official statements regarding energy supply issues, particularly during peak demand seasons like summer.