How to say "Disparage" in Japanese

When translating "disparage" into Japanese, you must choose carefully between 貶す and 貶める. In Japanese, 貶す (けなす (kenasu)) is typically associated with "to disparage; to speak ill of; to belittle; to run down" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents To speak negatively or critically of someone or something, often in a way that diminishes their value, reputation, or achievements. It implies an intention to lower their standing or make them seem worse than they are.. On the other hand, 貶める (おとしめる (otoshimeru)) maps to "to disparage, to look down on, to belittle, to humiliate" (Syllabus Level: N2) and represents 人の評価や評判を意図的に下げること、または人を軽蔑し、恥をかかせることです。強いネガティブな意味合いがあります。. A literal translation of "disparage" can often sound unnatural to native Japanese speakers if mixed up!