1. to speak in a severe, rough, or unkind manner; to use sharp or cutting words
She spoke harshly to her son about his poor grades.
Ela falou asperamente com seu filho sobre suas notas baixas.
2. to rebuke or scold someone with a severe tone of voice
The manager spoke harshly during the meeting about the missed deadline.
O gerente falou asperamente durante a reunião sobre o prazo perdido.