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JLPT N3 Intermediate

損

Loss, disadvantage, or getting a bad deal.

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損する suru verb
損な na-adjective
Noun, Na-adjective, Suru verb

Loss" / "Disadvantage" / "Bad Deal

Refers to an unfavorable outcome involving the loss of assets, time, or effort, or ending up in a disadvantageous position compared to others.

Example

そんな 安い 給料 で 働く の は 損な こと だ 。

It's a raw deal to work for such a low salary.

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Loss, disadvantage, or getting a bad deal.
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