き切kiっか掛kaけkeキッカケkikkake
1.
A prompt or opportunity that initiates an action or event, serving as a catalyst or motivation for beginning a process or relationship.
2.
A signal or indication within a performance (such as in Kabuki) that directs the continuation or initiation of an act or effect.
3.
A pretext or justification used to explain one's actions or behavior, often reflecting a deeper intention or reasoning behind them.
4.
A marker or symbol that signifies important information or cues in a context, often used to aid in memorization or understanding.
Example:
彼等は彼に逃げるきっかけを与えた。