"felonies" in Chinese (Simplified)
重罪
Definition
比轻微罪行更严重的犯罪,通常会被判处长期监禁或重罚。
Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))
“Felonies” 是一个正式的法律术语,主要在美国用于指最严重的犯罪,如谋杀。相对词为“misdemeanors”(轻罪)。常见于法律、警方和新闻场合,在日常生活中少见。
Examples
Some felonies can result in life in prison.
有些**重罪**可能会被判无期徒刑。
Robbery and arson are considered felonies.
抢劫和纵火被视为**重罪**。
The lawyer explained the difference between misdemeanors and felonies.
律师解释了轻罪和**重罪**的区别。
He has a record with several felonies, so finding a job is tough for him.
他有多项**重罪**前科,所以很难找到工作。
Most felonies carry strict sentences compared to other crimes.
大多数**重罪**相比其他犯罪处罚更严厉。
After being charged with two felonies, she needed a very good lawyer.
被指控两项**重罪**后,她需要一位很好的律师。