Chinese
yánlì
Meaning: strict; severe; stern
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Handwriting

嚴厲
嚴
厲
严厉
严
厉

Example sentences

The teacher is very strict with the students.
政府正在嚴厲查處市場上的假貨。
政府正在严厉查处市场上的假货。
The government is strictly investigating and handling counterfeit goods in the market.
他不應該受到嚴厲的指責。
他不应该受到严厉的指责。
He shouldn't receive harsh criticism.

Usage Notes

Used to describe people, rules, or punishments that are rigorous and not lenient.

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