Word: 苛刻 (kēkè) 苛刻 dictionary entry kēkè harsh Full dictionary entry for 苛刻 Example sentences using 苛刻 2 sentences, showing page 1 of 1. 我在慢慢习惯这苛刻的气候。 Wǒ zài mànmàn xíguàn zhè kēkè de qìhòu. I am slowly adjusting to the harsh climate here. 老板对员工的要求很苛刻。 Lǎobǎn duì yuángōng de yāoqiú hěn kēkè. The boss has very demanding requirements for his employees.