Translation and Meaning of: 汚染 - osen
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 汚染 (osen) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: osen
Kana: おせん
Type: Noun
L: jlpt-n3
Translation / Meaning: pollution; Contamination
Meaning in English: pollution;contamination
Definition: Contamination of the environment or bodies of water with harmful substances or microorganisms.
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Explanation and Etymology - (汚染) osen
The Japanese word 「汚染」 (osen) refers to the concept of pollution or contamination. Etymologically, the term is composed of two kanji: 「汚」 (o), which means "dirty" or "contaminated," and 「染」 (sen), which means "to dye" or "to infect." Together, they create the idea of something dirty that spreads or stains its surroundings, an appropriate description for the concept of environmental pollution or contamination in general.
The origin of the word 「汚染」 is deeply rooted in the awareness of the impacts of industrialization and urbanization, especially from the 20th century onward. During the rapid economic development experienced by Japan in the post-war period, air, water, and soil pollution became an urgent concern. 「汚染」 emerged as a term frequently used in debates about sustainability and environmental protection, gaining prominence in news, policies, and social discussions.
There are several forms of pollution described by the word 「汚染」, including:
- "Air pollution" (大気汚染 - taiki osen)
- 「水質汚染」(suishitsu osen) - water pollution
- "土壌汚染" (dojou osen) - soil pollution
In everyday and technical language, 「汚染」 is a recurring word. Modern concerns about climate change and environmental disasters have increased the importance of this term. Many studies and legislations attempt to address the different forms of 「汚染」, promoting a healthier environment for future generations. Awareness of the risks and impacts of pollution continues to grow, encouraging global conversations about more sustainable practices.
Synonyms and similar words
- 汚染物質 (osan busshitsu) - Substances that cause contamination.
- 汚染物 (osan butsu) - Contaminated items or materials.
- 汚染源 (osan gen) - Source of contamination.
- 汚染物質排出 (osan busshitsu haishu) - Emission of contaminating substances.
- 汚染度 (osan do) - Level or degree of contamination.
- 汚染防止 (osan bōshi) - Prevention of contamination.
- 環境汚染 (kankyō osan) - Environmental contamination.
- 大気汚染 (taiki osan) - Air pollution.
- 水質汚染 (suishitsu osan) - Water quality contamination.
- 土壌汚染 (dojō osan) - Soil contamination.
- 化学汚染 (kagaku osan) - Chemical contamination.
- 放射能汚染 (hōshanō osan) - Radioactive contamination.
- 汚染対策 (osan taisaku) - Measures to combat contamination.
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How to Write in Japanese - (汚染) osen
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Example Sentences - (汚染) osen
Below are some example sentences:
Osen wa kankyou ni aku eikyou wo ataemasu
Pollution has a negative impact on the environment.
Pollution has a negative effect on the environment.
- 汚染 (ossen) - pollution
- は (wa) - topic particle
- 環境 (kankyou) - ambiente
- に (ni) - target particle
- 悪影響 (akueikyou) - negative effect
- を (wo) - direct object particle
- 与えます (ataemasu) - cause
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