Definition
To speak in a forceful and intimidating manner intended to make others feel threatened or fearful.
語氣強硬，令人生惧
Although he talks tough to the media, he is actually willing to compromise in private.
儘管他對媒體說話強硬，但實際上他私下願意妥協。
The negotiator tried to talk tough in the meeting to get a better deal.
談判代表在會議上試圖以強硬的態度說話，以獲得更好的交易。
The coach talked tough to the players in the locker room to try to motivate them.
教練在更衣室裡對球員們說話強硬，試圖激勵他們。