Translation guide
The main force or impact of something unpleasant, often used in phrases like 'bear the brunt' or 'take the brunt.'
To receive the main force or worst part of something negative.
To absorb the main impact of something like a storm, explosion, or collision.
Standard way to say 'suffer the greatest damage,' often used for natural disasters.
There is no single Japanese word for 'brunt.' Translating it directly will sound unnatural. Use the phrases provided based on context.
Literally 'stand in the line of fire,' this is the most common way to express bearing the brunt of criticism or attack.
He bore the brunt of the criticism.
Passive form, meaning 'to be made to bear the brunt.'
She always ends up bearing the brunt.
Means 'to become the primary target,' used when someone receives the brunt of attacks or blame.
The new employee bore the brunt of it.
Literally 'receive a direct hit,' used for physical impacts or metaphorical blows.
The area bore the brunt of the typhoon.
The coastal area took the brunt of the tsunami.
Colloquial, literally 'eat a direct hit,' used for physical impacts.
The house took the brunt of the blast.
Means 'receive head-on,' emphasizing facing the full force.
He took the brunt of the ball's impact.