嬉笑怒骂 (xī xiào nù mà) — (idiom) a mixture of jest and earnest criticism; a style that freely alternates between humor and anger
Definition
A four-character idiom for a writing or speaking style that freely mires laughter, anger, and scolding together. Often used to praise bold, unconstrained expression.
idiom
a mixture of jest and earnest criticisma style that freely alternates between humor and anger
Examples
- 嬉笑怒骂，。Tā de wén zhāng xī xiào nù mà, jiē chéng wén zhāng.His writing mixes jest and criticism, and it all becomes fine literature.
- 嬉笑怒骂，。Zhè wèi píng lùn jiā yǐ xī xiào nù mà de fēng gé zhù chēng, ràng rén yòu xiào yòu pà.This critic is known for a style that mixes humor and scolding, making people both laugh and fear.
- 嬉笑怒骂，。Zài biàn lùn zhōng tā xī xiào nù mà, jì néng dòu lè yòu néng yán lì fǎn bó.In debates he mixes jest and earnestness, able to entertain and also refute harshly.
Browse more HSK 7-9 words or search the full 43,000-word dictionary.