Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

sharp tongue

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.12 in modern English

Syllables: sharp -tongue
IPA

17

Scrabble Score

11

Letters

2

Syllables

11

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The practice or characteristic of speaking to others in a harsh, critical, or insulting manner.

Example Sentences

"Times grew worse and worse with Rip Van Winkle as years of matrimony rolled on; a tart temper never mellows with age, and a sharp tongue is the only edged tool that grows keener with constant use."
"He hated the Professor, who smelt the rogue in him, and scourged him continually with his sharp tongue."
"Mr. Thomas rarely misses a chance to use his sharp tongue. Republicans are terrified of him; Democrats call him a bully."

Inflected Forms

sharp tongues (plural)

Phrases

silver tongue wicked tongue

Frequently Paired Words

silver tongue wicked tongue

Questions

What does sharp tongue mean?: The practice or characteristic of speaking to others in a harsh, critical, or insulting manner.

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