CEFR C1

felony

Translation

重罪 / 重大犯罪 / 重い犯罪

Meaning

A felony is a serious crime, usually more severe than a misdemeanor. In U.S. law it often means an offense punishable by long imprisonment, but exact categories depend on the jurisdiction.

Examples

  • 強盗は多くの州で重罪として扱われます。
    Robbery is treated as a felony in many states.
  • 彼は重罪で起訴されましたが、容疑を否認しました。
    He was charged with a felony but denied the accusation.