むごい · i-adjective
| Form | Positive | Negative |
|---|---|---|
| Dictionary | むごい | むごくない |
| Polite | むごいです | むごくないですalso むごくありません |
| Past polite | むごかったです | むごくなかったですalso むごくありませんでした |
| Past | むごかった | むごくなかった |
| Te-form | むごくて | むごくなくて |
| Adverbial | むごく | |
| Conditional | むごければ | むごくなければ |
| Tara conditional | むごかったら | むごくなかったら |
Describes actions, treatment, or conditions that are harsh, pitiless, or lacking compassion. Often used for severe cruelty or brutality.
彼のむごい仕打ちに、みんなが怒った。
Everyone was angered by his cruel treatment.
Don't say such cruel things.
Describes situations, events, or outcomes that are shockingly bad, tragic, or miserable. Often used for accidents, news, or circumstances that evoke pity or horror.
The scene of the accident was horrible.
With one dreadful news after another, I feel down.