Japanese word

被災

Pronunciation

Romajihisai

Meaning

  • nounbeing affected by a disaster

Example

地震で被災しました。ji shin de hi sai shi ma shi ta

I was affected by the earthquake.

Illustration for 被災 (being affected by a disaster)

More examples

今回の被災で、地域の交通網も大きな影響を受けました。kon kai no hi sai de chi iki no kō tsū mō mo ō ki na ei kyō o u ke ma shi ta

The damage from this disaster also had a major impact on the area's transportation network.

Core concept

Describes undergoing harm as a result of a disaster, with attention on the people or places directly affected.

Common phrases

  • 被災地hi sai chi

    disaster-stricken area

  • 被災状況hi sai jō kyō

    extent of disaster damage

Similar words

罹災risai: A formal term for suffering harm or disruption as a result of a disaster.

Definition in Japanese

災害によって被害を受けること。sai gai ni yo tte hi gai o u ke ru ko to

Word origin

被 (hi, "be subjected to") + 災 (sai, "disaster") forms a Sino-Japanese compound for harm received from a disaster.

Usage tips

  • The noun is common in formal news reports and public announcements, giving it a more official tone than casual conversation.

Related words

  • 被災者hisaishadisaster victimnoun

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