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A state of strained or hostile relations between two parties or countries.
由于历史问题，日韩两国的紧张关系时有发生。
Due to historical issues, the tension between Japan and South Korea occurs from time to time.
公司内部的紧张关系影响了团队合作。
The tension within the company has affected teamwork.
Commonly used in political, diplomatic, or workplace contexts.
While 'tension' is the direct translation, consider using more specific terms like 'strained relations' or 'hostility' depending on the context. For example, 'hostile relations' is stronger than 'tension'.
The phrase '紧张关系' is formal and usually refers to larger-scale relationships (e.g., countries, companies). For individual relationships, consider '紧张的关系' (strained relationship) or '矛盾' (conflict).
紧张 (jǐnzhāng) means 'nervous' or 'strained', and 关系 (guānxì) means 'relations' or 'relationship'. The phrase combines these to describe strained or hostile relations.
This phrase is typically used to describe relationships between countries, organizations, or groups rather than individuals. It implies a sense of hostility or unease rather than just disagreement.