無益
Meanings
1
na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
Describes actions, efforts, or things that bring no benefit or positive result. Often used in formal or written contexts.
We should avoid futile conflicts.
That discussion was completely useless.
Usage patterns
- 無益な争いa futile conflict/quarrel
Let's stop this pointless quarrel already.
- 無益な議論a fruitless debate/discussion
Continuing to argue will only lead to a fruitless discussion.
- 〈事〉は無益だdoing ~ is futile/pointless
It's pointless to regret it now.
- 無益に〈動詞〉to do something in a way that produces no benefit
He ended up wasting his time with nothing to show for it.