骂

• Pinyin: mà
• Hanzi breakdown: 骂 = 口口 (mouths) + 马 (horse), many mouths making noise

Meaning

To scold; to curse; to criticize harshly. Expressing anger through harsh words.

Ranges from mild scolding to harsh verbal abuse. Can describe parents disciplining children, arguments between people, or public criticism. Often implies anger and raised voices.

Examples

1. 他因为考试不及格被爸爸骂了一顿。 He was scolded by his father for failing the exam.
2. 两个人在街上吵架，互相骂得很难听。 Two people were arguing on the street, cursing at each other terribly.
3. 网友们在评论区骂那个明星。 Netizens are criticizing that celebrity in the comments section.

Usage Guide

Context: conflict, discipline, everyday

Tone: negative

Do Say

• 别骂人，有话好好说。(Don't scold people; talk things out calmly.)
• 她被老板骂了，心情很差。(She was scolded by her boss and is in a bad mood.)

Don't Say

• 老师骂了我们这道题怎么做。(For teaching/explaining, use 告诉 or 教 — 骂 implies angry scolding, not instruction)

Origin & History

骂 combines 口 (mouth) × 2 with 马 (horse). Dual mouths suggest harsh verbal exchange.

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal