冷酷
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Base noun form. Describes a cruel, coldhearted, or ruthless nature. Often used to characterize people or actions lacking compassion.
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冷酷
れいこく
cruelty / coldheartedness / ruthless
People & IdentityEmotions & Personality
Memory Hook
Imagine a villain in a movie who is so cruel and coldhearted that they freeze people's hearts with their actions. '冷酷' (reikoku) sounds like 'ray-cold' — a cold ray of cruelty!
Cultural Note
In Japanese media, characters described as 『冷酷』 (reikoku, 'cruel / Coldhearted') often appear as antagonists in anime, manga, or dramas, highlighting traits like ruthlessness or lack of empathy.
Forms
Base: 冷酷Base noun form. Describes a cruel, coldhearted, or ruthless nature. Often used to characterize people or actions lacking compassion.