残酷
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Base noun form. Used to describe acts or situations that are cruel or harsh, often in abstract or moral contexts. Example: 『残酷な現実』 (zankoku na genjitsu, 'cruel reality').
Theme
During a book club meeting, User and their friend Aiko discuss a novel they just read. Aiko shares her thoughts on a character's actions.
残酷
ざんこく
cruelty, harshness
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Imagine a cruel scene in a movie where someone says, 'That's so cruel!' It sounds like 'zan-koku' — think 'zany' and 'cruel' combined: 'Zany cruel → 残酷 (zankoku, 'cruelty').'
Cultural Note
In Japanese media, 『残酷』 (zankoku) is often used in literature, films, and news to describe harsh realities or cruel acts, reflecting societal discussions on ethics and human behavior.
Forms
Base: 残酷Base noun form. Used to describe acts or situations that are cruel or harsh, often in abstract or moral contexts. Example: 『残酷な現実』 (zankoku na genjitsu, 'cruel reality').