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苟言
gǒu​yán

rash speech

Definitions Defs Origin Strokes Stroke Words Sentences Sents
  • 不苟言笑 bù​gǒu​yán​xiào serious and reserved
    serious in speech and manner; not speaking or laughing casually; often used to describe someone who is dignified, stern, or unapproachable
  • 不苟言谈 bù​gǒu​yán​tán cautious in speech
    To be careful about what one says; to speak with caution and not speak casually.