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loss (B1)

カタカナ: ロス

IPA: /lɒs/

The fact or process of no longer having something or someone that you once had, especially something important.

意味: かつて持っていたものや大切にしていた人を失うこと、またはその状態。

The company reported a significant financial loss this quarter. — The company reported a significant financial loss this quarter.
The loss of a loved one can be devastating. — The loss of a loved one can be devastating.
She experienced the loss of her job due to downsizing. — She experienced the loss of her job due to downsizing.

Japanese translations of Loss:

loss of (prepositional phrase): The state of no longer having something or someone. — "The sudden loss of her grandmother left her heartbroken."
suffer a loss (collocation): To experience a negative outcome, especially financial or emotional. — "Many businesses suffered a significant loss during the pandemic."
at a loss (idiom): Confused or uncertain about what to do. — "When asked about his future plans, he was at a loss for words."