expression, i-adjective
strict in grading; severe in marking
Describes a teacher, judge, or evaluator who gives low scores or harsh assessments.
あの先生は点が辛いから、いい成績を取るのは難しい。
That teacher is strict in grading, so it's hard to get good marks.
今回の審査員は点
The judges this time were severe in marking, and few passed.