Meaning and Usage
"凶作" specifically refers to a poor or bad harvest, often due to natural causes like drought, pests, or bad weather. It is a formal term commonly used in news reports, agriculture discussions, and economic contexts.
Common Contexts
You will often hear "凶作" when discussing the impact of weather on farming, food supply issues, or economic consequences such as rising food prices. It implies a significant negative effect on crop yields.
Collocations and Patterns
- 凶作になる: to have a bad harvest
- 凶作が続く: bad harvests continue
- 凶作の影響: the impact of a poor crop
These phrases are used to describe the state or consequences of poor agricultural output.
Register and Nuance
"凶作" is a formal and somewhat serious term. It is not used casually in everyday conversation but rather in formal reports or discussions about agriculture and economy.
Common Learner Mistake
Learners sometimes confuse "凶作" with "不作" (also meaning poor harvest). While both mean bad crop yields, "凶作" often implies a more severe or disastrous harvest, and is more formal. Use "凶作" when emphasizing the severity.