Hard on Meaning in English
expression
ˈhɑɹd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
HARD-awn
hˈɑːd/ /ˈɒn
HAHD-on
Definition
To treat someone or something in a very strict, harsh, or unforgiving way. It can also describe something causing wear or damage to something else.
Usage & Nuances
Informal. Common with 'be' verbs ('be hard on someone'). Refers to strictness or severity in attitude, or something physically damaging ('hard on the eyes/cars/shoes'). Don't confuse with 'hard-on' (slang for erection). Usually used with people, animals, or things.
Spanish: duro con - exigente conPortuguese (BR): severo com - exigente comPortuguese (PT): duro com - exigente comChinese (Simplified): 对...严厉 - 对...苛刻Chinese (Traditional): 對...嚴厲 - 對...苛刻Hindi: कठोर होना - सख्त होनाArabic: قاسٍ على - شديد علىBengali: কঠোর - কঠিন (কাউকে বা কিছুতে)Russian: строгий к - тяжёлый дляJapanese: 厳しい - 負担がかかるVietnamese: nghiêm khắc với - có hại choKorean: 엄격한 - 힘들게 하는Turkish: sert - zorlayıcıUrdu: سخت - کڑا (کسی پر)Indonesian: bersikap keras terhadap - berat untuk
Example Sentences
Don't be hard on your little brother.
basic
Exams can be hard on students.
basic
Salt water is hard on metal.
basic
My coach is really hard on me, but I know it’s to help me improve.
natural
These old boots have had a hard on winter.
natural
Working night shifts is really hard on your body.
natural