How to say 'Disability' or 'Obstacle' in Japanese | 障害

word

Meaning

Disability, Obstacle

Reading

Kanji

障Hinder, Hurt 害Harm

Explanation

The Japanese noun '障害 (しょうがい)' has two primary meanings. The first is 'obstacle', referring to something that blocks or hinders progress. For example: There is an obstacle on the road「道路に障害がある」(どうろにしょうがいがある). The second meaning is 'disability', referring to a physical or mental condition that limits a person's movements, senses, or activities. For example: She has a physical disability「彼女は身体障害がある」(かのじょはしんたいしょうがいがある). The word is used in various contexts, including sports, technology, and social issues, making it important to understand the specific context in which it is used.

Part Of Speech

noun

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Frequency

780

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