Meaning

Primary

Cruel

Alternatives

Coldhearted, Relentless, Ruthless

Word Type

noun, な adjective

Explanation

A cruel cool person is more cruel and coldhearted than just a normal cruel person. It's probably because they're cold all the time and it makes them mad. You should stay away from people like that.

Reading

れいこく
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

あなたのこと、ずっと冷酷な人だと思っていました。

I always thought you were a cruel person.

Kanji Composition