dannoso
harmful
adjective dahn-NOH-zoh Rare
Origin: Latin damnosus, from damnum 'damage, loss.'
Also means
damaging
Usage Note
Dannoso is a common adjective for things that cause harm: dannoso per la salute (harmful to health), effetti dannosi (harmful effects). Do not confuse with pericoloso (dangerous) — dannoso stresses the damage caused, while pericoloso stresses the risk. Feminine dannosa, plural dannosi/dannose.
Examples
"Il fumo è dannoso per la salute."
Natural Translation
Smoking is harmful to health.
Literal Translation
The smoke is harmful for the health.

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