rough-spoken

American  

[ruhf-spoh-kuhn] / ˈrʌfˈspoʊ kən /

adjective

1. coarse or vulgar in speech.

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rough-spoken British  

adjective

1. rude or uncouth in speech; blunt

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Etymology

Origin of rough-spoken

First recorded in 1625–35

Example Sentences

He brings to mind one of those rough-spoken tycoon hosts trying to come across as gentlemanlike on “Dragons’ Den.”

From New York Times

There was wisdom in the old man's rough-spoken sentence—"solid chunks of wisdom," as Captain Ed'ard Cuttle would fain express it—and it sank deep into my memory.

From Project Gutenberg

“Money!” was the abrupt reply, and after a warning to him to hold tight, the manager, a rough-spoken Cornishman, continued the descent, Geoffrey following, and finding every thing of the most primitive character.

From Project Gutenberg

I am a plain, rough-spoken person, Faith," began Spite, "and I shall waste no words in telling you my wish and purpose.

From Project Gutenberg

He did not pretend to understand this rough-spoken critic, with his hatred of Wagner and his contradictory Teutonic tastes.

From Project Gutenberg