Definition
冷言冷语 is a four-character idiom (chengyu) that literally means 'cold words, cold language'. It refers to sarcastic, ironic, or cutting remarks made with a cold or unfriendly tone. You can use it as a noun phrase to describe hurtful or mocking comments that are not direct insults but carry a sharp edge.
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sarcastic remarksironic comments (idiom)
Examples
- 冷言冷语，。Tā zǒngshì duì biérén lěng yán lěng yǔ, ràng rén hěn bù shūfu.He always makes sarcastic remarks to others, making people very uncomfortable.
- 冷言冷语，。Tīng dào nàxiē lěng yán lěng yǔ, tā xīnli hěn nánguò.Hearing those sarcastic remarks, she felt very sad.
- 冷言冷语，。Miàn duì lěng yán lěng yǔ, tā xuǎnzé bǎochí chénmò.Facing sarcastic remarks, he chose to remain silent.
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