VocabJLPT N2
hostage
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. hostage
  2. 2. Hostage
A noun meaning a hostage, referring to a person held captive to force compliance from others. It is commonly used in news reports, crime dramas, and discussions of negotiations.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Look, taking me hostage isn't going to do you any good.

Sentence 2

He pressed, "Promise me you'll release the hostages."

Sentence 3

She put on a brave face and said, "I'm not a hostage — I don't need help."

Sentence 4

"I gave up my weapon to protect the hostage," he said.

Sentence 5

The company's crisis management team has updated its emergency contact procedures for hostage situations.