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蛮横
mánhèng
Description
"蛮横"用来说一个人很不讲道理，态度很凶，只想让别人听自己的。
"蛮横" is used to describe a person who is very unreasonable, aggressive, and only wants others to obey them.
这个词有点书面，常常用来批评别人。
This word is somewhat formal and often used to criticize others.
Meanings
蛮横mánhèng
rude and unreasonable; overbearing and arrogant
他态度很蛮横，谁的话都不听。
He is very arrogant and doesn't listen to anyone.
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Notes
- Etymology
蛮 (barbaric) + 横 (unruly, here read hèng), combining to mean overbearing and unreasonable.
- Nuance
stronger and more negative than 霸道; stresses ignoring reason and forcing one's will.
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