Translation guide
In Japanese, expressing an 'angry voice' depends on the nuance: a loud, rough tone; a sharp, scolding tone; or a low, threatening growl. The most common and versatile word is 怒鳴り声 (donarigoe), which refers to a loud, angry shouting voice. Other options convey specific shades of anger, from irritation to fury.
A raised voice expressing anger, often used when someone is yelling or shouting in rage.
The most common and natural word for a loud, angry shouting voice. It implies a raised voice full of anger, often directed at someone.
He called me in an angry voice.
I heard an angry voice from the next room.
A more formal or literary term for an angry shout or roar. Often used in written descriptions or dramatic contexts.
An angry voice echoed throughout the room.
Specifically refers to a voice shouting insults or abusive language. It's an angry voice that includes verbal abuse.
Angry voices (shouting abuse) were hurled at the player from the audience.
A sharp, high-pitched, or piercing voice used when scolding or expressing irritation, often by a parent or superior.
A scolding voice, typically used when reprimanding someone. It conveys anger mixed with authority.
The mother's angry voice (scolding) rang out to the children.
A phrase meaning 'a voice tinged with anger.' It describes a controlled but clearly angry tone, not necessarily loud.
A deep, rough, or growling voice expressing suppressed anger or menace.
A low, growling voice, like an animal's growl. It conveys intense, often suppressed anger or threat.
He said 'Stop it' in a growling, angry voice.
A slangy phrase for a menacing, threatening voice, often used in yakuza or tough-guy contexts. 'ドス' refers to a dagger, implying a sharp, dangerous edge to the voice.
He threatened in a menacing, angry voice.
A dramatic, literary expression meaning 'a voice that seems to echo from the depths of hell.' Used to describe an extremely deep, terrifying, angry voice.
The direct translation '怒っている声' (okotteiru koe) is grammatically correct but sounds unnatural and overly explanatory. Use the specific nouns above instead.
怒鳴り声 (donarigoe) is the general term for a loud angry voice. 怒声 (dosei) is more formal/literary. 叱り声 (shikarigoe) specifically implies scolding or reprimanding, often with a higher pitch.
I could hear an angry voice from the boss's office.
A shrill, piercing voice, often associated with anger or hysteria. It can sound like a scream and is more about the tone than the words.
She protested in a shrill, angry voice.
He demanded an explanation in a voice tinged with anger.
His anger manifested as a voice that seemed to echo from the depths of hell.