🇯🇵 How to say

“bad” in Japanese

悪いわるい
Illustration of "bad" in a Japanese cultural setting
A child frowns at a broken toy on the floor, their expression clearly showing disappointment and sadness over the situat…

Usage note

悪い is a common adjective used for anything negative—from feelings and actions to weather or food. It's neutral in tone and used in everyday situations.

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