English–Chinese
“violent” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyincū bào
Example
他性格很粗暴，经常打人。tā xìng gé hěn cū bào jīng cháng dǎ rén
He has a very violent personality and often hits people.
How to say “violent” in Chinese
“Violent” in Chinese is 粗暴 (cū bào).
Behavior that is rough and overpowering rather than careful, controlled, or considerate.
Example sentences with 粗暴
警方的执法被指责粗暴，引发抗议。jǐng fāng de zhí fǎ bèi zhǐ zé cū bào yǐn fā kàng yì
The police's law enforcement was criticized as violent, sparking protests.
Tips for using 粗暴
- The adjective applies not only to physical attacks but also to harsh speech, treatment, and methods, giving it a wider range than many English learners first expect.