English–Japanese
“harmful” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajiyūgai
Example
この薬は子どもに有害です。ko no kusuri wa ko do mo ni yū gai de su
This medicine is harmful to children.
How to say “harmful” in Japanese
“Harmful” in Japanese is 有害 (yūgai).
Describes something that causes harm or presents a risk of harm to people, living things, or the environment.
Example sentences with 有害
この塗料には有害な成分が含まれています。ko no to ryō ni wa yū gai na sei bun ga fuku ma re te i ma su
This paint contains harmful ingredients.
Tips for using 有害
- In public-health and environmental writing, this term often modifies substances, emissions, or materials rather than describing a person's temporary behavior.