curse
/kɜːs/ · /kɜːrs/
CEFR level B2Topic EmotionWord #5273 in the learning path
咒骂
Definitions
v. to use rude words because you are angry
咒骂
n. words intended to bring someone bad luck through magic
诅咒；咒语
n. something that causes serious trouble or suffering
祸害；灾祸
Example
He cursed quietly when his umbrella broke in the rain.
雨中伞坏了，他低声咒骂了一句。
For isolated communities, unreliable transport can be a curse that limits access to healthcare and employment.
对偏远社区而言，不可靠的交通可能成为祸害，限制居民获得医疗服务和就业机会。
Collocations
- curse under one's breath
- put a curse on
- a blessing and a curse
Word family
- cursed (adj.)
Synonyms
- swear
Antonyms
- blessing
Usage tip
curse可指咒骂或诅咒；swear也可指发誓。
FAQ
- What does curse mean?
- to use rude words because you are angry words intended to bring someone bad luck through magic something that causes serious trouble or suffering
- How is curse pronounced?
- UK /kɜːs/, US /kɜːrs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
