insolence in Japanese
insolence in Japanese is 横柄 — insolence means rude, disrespectful, or arrogant behavior, especially toward someone owed respect.
insolence in Japanese
横柄
Pronounced: ōhei
Contemptible, ill-mannered conduct; insulting: arrogant, bold behaviour or attitude.
What does "insolence" mean?
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noun Rude, disrespectful, or arrogant behavior, especially toward someone owed respect.
"The teacher wouldn't tolerate any insolence from the students."
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insolence in a sentence
- The teacher wouldn't tolerate any insolence from the students.
- His insolence toward the judge nearly got him held in contempt.
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What is "insolence" in Japanese?
"insolence" in Japanese is 横柄. insolence means: Rude, disrespectful, or arrogant behavior, especially toward someone owed respect.
How do you pronounce 横柄?
"insolence" in Japanese is 横柄, pronounced "ōhei".
How do you use "insolence" in a sentence?
Example: "The teacher wouldn't tolerate any insolence from the students." In Japanese, "insolence" is 横柄.
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