expression, godan verb (-su)
cause harm; inflict damage; do harm
Used when someone or something causes damage, injury, or negative effects to a person, thing, or environment. Often appears in formal or written contexts.
その化学物質は人体に害を及ぼす可能性がある。
That chemical substance may cause harm to the human body.
彼の行
His actions harmed the company's reputation.