同僚を陰に批判するのは良くない。
It is not good to criticize colleagues behind their backs.
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He severely criticized the government's new policy.
彼は無能なリーダーだと批判された。
He was criticized for being an incompetent leader.
彼の自信は、厳しい批判を受けて脆くも崩れ去った。
His self-confidence crumbled away all too easily under the harsh criticism.
初心者に対してその批判は少し酷ではないか。
Isn't that criticism a bit harsh for a beginner?
彼は周囲の批判を全く意に介さない様子だ。
He doesn't seem to care about the criticism around him at all.
厳しい批判を浴びて、彼はすっかり萎縮してしまった。
Under harsh criticism, he completely shriveled up.
彼は批判のトーンを弱めた
He softened the tone of his criticism.
彼は責任を忌避して批判された。
He evaded responsibility and was criticized.
彼の破廉恥な行為は多くの批判を浴びた
His disgraceful behavior drew much criticism.
Usage Notes
Used for pointing out flaws or making an evaluative judgment. Often carries a negative connotation in modern usage.
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