Last Updated：2025/11/20

A disadvantageous aspect of something that is normally advantageous. / A downward tendency, especially in the price of shares etc.

音声機能が動作しない場合はこちらをご確認ください

See correct answer

downside

Source Word

downside

IPA(Pronunciation)

Noun

Japanese Meaning

本来有利な面に付随する欠点、短所 / 特に株価などに見られる下落傾向

The downside of working from home is that it's harder to separate work and personal life.

在宅勤務の欠点は、仕事と私生活を切り分けるのが難しいことです。

Sense（1）

A disadvantageous aspect of something that is normally advantageous.

The downside of obtaining a higher rank is that far more work is expected.

Sense（2）

A downward tendency, especially in the price of shares etc.

downsides

（ plural ）