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悪党
akutō
What does "悪党" mean in English?
villain or scoundrel彼は悪党として知られていた。
He was known as a villain.
How to use "悪党" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
informal
A wicked or evil person, often involved in criminal activities or deceitful behavior.
その悪党は町の人々を恐れさせていた。
The villain was terrifying the townspeople.
Often used in fiction or dramatic contexts to describe antagonists.
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Pro Tip
Usage in Fiction
This term is frequently used in manga, anime, and novels to describe antagonists.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
While dramatic, overusing this term in casual conversation may sound exaggerated.
Word Origin
Composed of 悪 (aku, meaning 'evil') and 党 (tō, meaning 'group' or 'party'), originally referring to a group of evil people but now commonly used for an individual.
Usage Notes
While often used in fiction, it can also describe real-life criminals or deceitful individuals in a dramatic or exaggerated manner.
Word Breakdown
悪
evil
root党
group or party
root和英辞典