No. 1,904 in Japanese
老朽
"Worn-out" or "decrepit" due to age or use.
In a sentence
この建物は老朽が進んでいるため、安全性が心配です。
This building has deteriorated due to aging, so its safety is concerning.
Here, '老朽' refers to the aging and deterioration of a physical structure, demonstrating concern for its condition.
その老朽した橋を修復する計画があります。
There is a plan to repair that aging bridge.
In this sentence, '老朽した' is used to describe an aging bridge that requires maintenance or repair, highlighting its state of wear from age.
会社の設備が老朽化しているため、新しい機材を導入しました。
The company’s facilities have become outdated, so new equipment was introduced.
Here, '老朽化' is used to indicate the process by which facilities have become obsolete or worn, necessitating replacement.
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