破壊する
hakai suru
The English phrase "I destroy" is expressed in Japanese as 破壊する (hakai suru).
The verb 破壊する is used to describe damaging something so badly that it cannot be repaired or no longer exists. It is typically used for the destruction of physical objects, structures or abstract concepts like systems and reputations, rather than for killing living beings.
Which one should you use?
While 破壊する sounds formal and implies large-scale or systematic destruction, the more common verb 壊す is used for breaking or damaging everyday objects.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The expression ぶっ壊すねん is used in the Kansai dialect.
How does it change in a sentence?
To describe an ongoing act of destruction, use the continuous form 破壊しています.
How do you pronounce it?
hakai suru
Did you know?
- Using 破壊する for a small object like a tea cup can make you sound like a cinematic super-villain because the word implies industrial or systematic scale.
- The term 創造的破壊 describes 'creative destruction', a specific economic concept where new innovations replace and destroy old industries.
- In many anime or video games, a character might shout ぶっ壊す! to sound more aggressive or powerful. This version adds a forceful prefix to the verb, making the act of destruction feel much more violent and intentional.
Examples in context
- 敵の基地を破壊する任務だ。Teki no kichi o hakai suru ninmu da.It is a mission to destroy the enemy base.
Example conversation
Kenta and Himari are playing a video game together.
- 陽葵 Himari健太、あそこの壁を壊して！Kenta, asoko no kabe o kowashite!Kenta, break that wall over there!
- 健太 Kentaわかった。僕がすべて破壊するよ。Wakatta. Boku ga subete hakai suru yo.Got it. I'll destroy everything.
- 陽葵 Himariすごい！全部なくなったね。Sugoi! Zenbu nakunatta ne.Amazing! It's all gone.
- 健太 Kenta陽葵、次はあっちを狙おう。Himari, tsugi wa achchi o neraō.Himari, let's aim for that way next.
