Translation guide
Expresses harsh, severe criticism or contempt. Japanese uses adjectives, verbs, and set phrases to convey the intensity and tone of the criticism.
Describe words or statements that are severely critical and cutting.
An adjective meaning 'biting' or 'caustic', commonly used for criticism, comments, or satire.
An adjective meaning 'severe' or 'scathing', often used for criticism, attacks, or satire.
An adjective meaning 'stern' or 'harsh', often used for criticism or reprimands.
A noun or suru-verb meaning 'harsh criticism' or 'scathing review'.
An adjective meaning 'merciless' or 'unsparing', used for relentless criticism.
Convey a tone of disdain or contempt in speech or writing.
彼の辛辣な批評に傷ついた。
I was hurt by his scathing criticism.
新聞は政府の政策を痛烈に批判した。
The newspaper published a scathing critique of the government's policy.
I received a scathing evaluation from my boss.
その映画は酷評された。
The movie was scathingly reviewed.
He condemned his opponent in scathing terms.
A verb meaning 'to scorn' or 'to despise', often used for contemptuous remarks.
He spoke in a scathing tone.
A phrase meaning 'condescending' or 'disdainful', modifying nouns like 'remark' or 'attitude'.
I was angered by her scathing attitude.