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khắc nghiệt

[xak̚˧˦ ŋiət̚˧˨ʔ] 🎙 Say it

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Meaning · English

(adjective) harsh, inclement

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

độc ác, khắc nghiệt

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Adjective

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

mùa đông khắc nghiệt ở Cộng hoà Sakhathe harsh winter at the Republic of Sakha

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Common questions

What does “khắc nghiệt” mean?

(adjective) harsh, inclement

Is “khắc nghiệt” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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