過労
Meanings
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
overwork; excessive work; strain from overwork
Refers to physical or mental strain caused by working too much. Often used in medical, legal, and workplace contexts (e.g., 過労死, 過労による健康障害).
He collapsed from overwork.
Death from overwork is a serious social issue.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉が過労で倒れるsomeone collapses from overwork
He collapsed from overwork and was taken to the hospital.
- 過労による〈事〉something caused by overwork
Health damage caused by overwork has become a social issue.
- 過労を防ぐto prevent overwork
The company began taking measures to prevent overwork among its employees.
- 過労がたたるoverwork takes its toll
Years of overwork finally took their toll on his health.