necessary evil in Japanese

necessary evil in Japanese is 必要悪.

necessary evil in Japanese

必要悪

noun

Pronounced: hitsuyōaku

(idiomatic) An unfavorable thing that must be done or accepted, especially because the available alternative courses of action or inaction would be worse.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

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Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "necessary evil" in Japanese?

"necessary evil" in Japanese is 必要悪.

How do you pronounce 必要悪?

"necessary evil" in Japanese is 必要悪, pronounced "hitsuyōaku".

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