Misfortune
Unlucky
If you're on the edge of a cliff with a snake, that's a misfortune. You're hanging off the edge of this cliff and you can't pull yourself back up. Then you notice a snake approaching your fingers, looking like it's gonna bite you. What a misfortune!
やく
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Despite your misfortune, you decide to take your chances and let go of the cliff. Amazingly, a yak (やく) runs below you and catches you as you fall. Saved by the yak!