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.
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.
An adjective meaning 'severe' or 'scathing', often used for criticism, attacks, or satire.
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.
An adjective meaning 'stern' or 'harsh', often used for criticism or reprimands.
上司から手厳しい評価を受けた。
I received a scathing evaluation from my boss.
A noun or suru-verb meaning 'harsh criticism' or 'scathing review'.
その映画は酷評された。
The movie was scathingly reviewed.
An adjective meaning 'merciless' or 'unsparing', used for relentless criticism.
彼は容赦ない言葉で相手を非難した。
He condemned his opponent in scathing terms.
A verb meaning 'to scorn' or 'to despise', often used for contemptuous remarks.
彼は蔑むような口調で話した。
He spoke in a scathing tone.
A phrase meaning 'condescending' or 'disdainful', modifying nouns like 'remark' or 'attitude'.
彼女の見下すような態度に腹が立った。
I was angered by her scathing attitude.