Disadvantage in Japanese

"disadvantage" in Japanese, with the kanji that carry the meaning.

2 Japanese kanji carry the meaning "disadvantage". The most common choice is shown first.

損

Top pick

damage, loss, disadvantage, hurt, injure

Reading: son

13 strokes

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Where it comes from

Composed of hand and member. Damaging member with hand.

What it carries

Loss, damage, harm. Represents damaging.

Related kanji for "disadvantage"

Frequently asked questions

What is the Japanese kanji for disadvantage?

The most common kanji for "disadvantage" is 損, read as son. It means damage, loss, disadvantage. Related kanji: 失 (disadvantage).

How many strokes does 損 have?

損 has 13 strokes.