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Mudazukai (無駄ずかい)

Definition

Mudazukai means "wastefulness" or "being wasteful." It refers to unnecessary consumption or excessive use of resources without considering their impact on the environment.

Related terms

Shigen (資源): Shigen means "resources." It includes natural resources such as minerals, water, and forests. Being mindful of shigen helps prevent mudazukai.

Sodateru (育てる): Sodateru means "to nurture" or "to raise." In the context of mudazukai, it refers to fostering a sense of responsibility towards conserving resources and reducing waste.

Hoshū (節約): Hoshū means "saving" or "frugality." It emphasizes being economical in resource usage and avoiding unnecessary waste.

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  • AP Japanese - Unit 6 Overview: Environmental, Political, and Societal Challenges

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