Meaning

Primary

War Damages

Alternative

Ravages Of War

Word Type

noun

Explanation

One of the most evil things about war are the war damages that happen during it. Whole countrysides, cities, and lots of people can die. So I'd say the ravages of war are the most evil thing about war. Period.

Reading

せんか
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

戦禍を逃れて田舎に疎開した。

We escaped the ravages of war and evacuated into the countryside.

Kanji Composition