Crisis
Noun
UK
/ˈkraɪ.sɪs/
US
/ˈkraɪ.sɪs/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
A time of serious difficulty, danger, or urgent decision.
Example
"The company faced a financial crisis."
"During the health crisis, doctors worked day and night to save lives."
"Leaders must act wisely when a nation faces a political or social crisis."
Explanation
A crisis is a serious and dangerous situation that needs quick decisions and actions. It can happen in personal life (like a health crisis), in business (a financial crisis), or in society (a political crisis). A crisis often brings risk, stress, or uncertainty, but it also forces people to act and find solutions. Examples include natural disasters, accidents, wars, or sudden economic problems. In daily life, someone might say, “I’m in a crisis” when facing a very difficult situation.