crime
word
/ˈkɹaɪm/
krym
/kɹˈaɪm/
krym
Definition
An act that breaks the law and is punishable by the government; also used to describe something very wrong or unfair.
Usage & Nuances
Formal in legal contexts, but also common in everyday speech ('serious crime,' 'organized crime'). Can be used metaphorically ("It's a crime to waste food"). Don't confuse with 'sin' (religious) or 'fault' (less severe).
Spanish: crimenPortuguese (BR): crimePortuguese (PT): crimeChinese (Simplified): 犯罪Chinese (Traditional): 犯罪Hindi: अपराधArabic: جريمةBengali: অপরাধ - অপরাধ (আইনি) - অন্যায় (নৈতিক)Russian: преступлениеJapanese: 犯罪（はんざい）Vietnamese: tội phạmKorean: 범죄Turkish: suçUrdu: جرمIndonesian: kejahatan
Example Sentences
Stealing is a crime.
basic
He went to jail for his crime.
basic
Crime hurts everyone in society.
basic
He said cheating on the test was like committing a crime.
natural
Organized crime is a big problem in many cities.
natural
It's a crime to waste so much food when others are hungry.
natural