凶猛

兇猛

xiōngměng

adjective HSK 7-9 #13,127

Meanings

1 fierce
2 ferocious
3 violent

Characters

fierce; violent

fierce; vigorous

Examples

HSK 5

老虎是一种凶猛的动物。

Lǎohǔ shì yī zhǒng xiōngměng de dòngwù.

The tiger is a ferocious animal.

HSK 7-9

洪水来势凶猛。

Hóngshuǐ láishì xiōngměng.

The flood came with great ferocity.

Tips

usage

凶猛 emphasizes raw power and aggression. It's commonly used for wild animals, natural disasters, and fierce attacks. Compare with 凶恶 which focuses more on evil intent.

Stroke Order

凶 xiōng

猛 měng