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破壊的な行動
hakaitekina koudou
destructive behavior
その政治家の破壊的な行動は、国民の不安を招いた。
The politician's destructive behavior caused public anxiety.
formal
Actions or conduct that cause significant harm, damage, or disruption to people, systems, or environments.
企業の破壊的な行動は、顧客の信頼を失わせる可能性がある。
Corporate destructive behavior can erode customer trust.
ソーシャルメディア上の破壊的な行動は、コミュニティを分断する。
Destructive behavior on social media divides communities.
Often used in social, political, or organizational contexts to describe actions that undermine stability or well-being.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Context Matters
破壊的な行動 is strong language—reserve it for actions with clear, significant negative consequences. For minor issues, consider phrases like '迷惑な行動' (annoying behavior).
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
This phrase implies moral judgment. Use it only when the harm is evident and intentional, not for unintentional mistakes or differences in opinion.
Word Origin
破壊的 (hakaiteki) combines 破壊 (hakai, 'destruction') + 的 (teki, adjectival suffix), meaning 'destructive.' 行動 (koudou) means 'behavior' or 'action.' The phrase describes actions characterized by destruction or harm.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal or critical contexts, such as social issues, workplace dynamics, or political discourse. Avoid using casually for minor disruptions.
Word Breakdown
破壊的
destructive (adjectival phrase)
compound破壊
destruction
root的
adjectival suffix (like '-ive' or '-al')
suffix行動
behavior/action
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