Definitions
- 1. hoodlum
- 2. rascal
- 3. rogue
- 4. rascally
- 5. scoundrelly
Word relationships
Usage notes
Common mistakes
无赖 usually describes people, not objects or situations. Avoid using it for things like 'a shameless lie'—use 无耻 instead.
Formality
无赖 is a strong pejorative, often used in informal or emotionally charged contexts. In formal writing, consider 无耻之徒 (shameless person).
Example Sentences
1 shown他是个 无赖 ，总是借钱不还。
He is a rascal who always borrows money and never pays it back.
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