hung1 sau2兇手凶手
Jyutpinghung1 sau2
Yalehūng sáu
Definition
Murderer, assailant, or a creature that kills life.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the person or entity responsible for a crime or death. Unlike the more general term 殺人犯, which focuses on the legal status of someone who has committed homicide, 兇手 is often used in investigative contexts or when identifying the culprit behind a specific violent act.
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go3個goExamples
The police finally caught the murderer.
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Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe someone who is merely aggressive or mean, as it specifically implies the act of causing death or severe harm. For someone who is just acting violently or threateningly, use 惡人 instead.
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