words cut deep
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Meaning · English
Insults and offensive speech hurt more than physical injuries, and are not easily forgotten.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Lời nói tổn thương hơn thương tích thể xác và khó quên
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Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “words cut deep” mean?
Insults and offensive speech hurt more than physical injuries, and are not easily forgotten.
Is “words cut deep” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.