What does “貴様” mean in English?
This term is a hostile or contemptuous way to address someone, akin to calling them a 'you bastard' or 'you arsehole.' Historically, it was an honorific term, but that's not how it's used today.
It's typically used in a confrontational context, similar to how 'you dick' might be used in English. Expect it to carry a strong negative tone.
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Related Japanese words
あの野郎
3/5 · Vulgarano yarō
It's a hostile way to refer to someone, essentially meaning 'that bastard.'
失せろ
3/5 · Vulgarusero
It means 'get lost' as a hostile way to tell someone to go away. The literal translation is 'disappear.'
黙れこの野郎
4/5 · Strongdamare konoyarō
This is a hostile command telling someone to shut up, with an added insult equivalent to 'bastard.'
うるせえ
3/5 · Vulgarurusee
It means 'noisy' and is often used as a rude way to tell someone to shut up.
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