"headsman" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 刽子手

Definition

Headsman 指的是行刑人，特别是执行斩首处刑的人。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

该词为历史用语，现代很少使用，主要出现在历史、文学或影视作品中，特指执行斩首的人。

Examples

The headsman wore a black hood during the execution.

**刽子手**在处决时戴着黑色头套。

In ancient times, the headsman was feared by everyone.

在古代，所有人都害怕**刽子手**。

The king ordered the headsman to prepare for the execution.

国王命令**刽子手**为处决做准备。

The role of the headsman is often portrayed in medieval dramas.

**刽子手**的角色常常在中世纪戏剧中出现。

Few people wanted to be friends with the town headsman.

很少有人愿意和小镇的**刽子手**做朋友。

Legends say the old headsman disappeared without a trace.

传说那位老**刽子手**不知去向，消失得无影无踪。