無能
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Base noun form. Used to describe a lack of ability or skill, often in a critical or formal context. Example: 『彼は無能だ』 (kare wa munou da, 'He is incompetent.').
Theme

At a café, User and their friend Aiko are discussing work frustrations after a long day. Aiko mentions issues with a new project.

無能

むのう

inefficiency, incompetence

Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts

Memory Hook

Imagine a 'no-noble' person who can't do anything right — 'no-noble' sounds like 無能 (munou, 'inefficiency, incompetence').

Cultural Note

In Japanese workplaces, being labeled 『無能』 (munou, 'inefficiency, incompetence') is a serious criticism, often implying a lack of skill or capability. It's used in formal contexts to describe inefficiency or incompetence.

Forms

Base: 無能Base noun form. Used to describe a lack of ability or skill, often in a critical or formal context. Example: 『彼は無能だ』 (kare wa munou da, 'He is incompetent.').