戦い

戦い

"Battle" or "fight."

Here, 戦い (tatakai) is used to refer to a literal armed conflict between parties.

激しい戦いが続いています。

A fierce battle is ongoing.

In this case, 戦い (tatakai) is used metaphorically to describe a personal struggle or challenge.

受験は自分との戦いです。

Taking an exam is a battle against oneself.

Here, 戦い (tatakai) is used to describe a figurative combat, such as a hearty debate or dispute.

彼らの議論は終わることのない戦いのようだ。

Their argument seems like a never-ending battle.