Cursing the Wife and Its Expiation

Question:
The questioner says: May Allah reward you, I said something bad to my wife, and this is a reflection of the husband's character. Is this a mistake? And what is required of him?

Answer:
There is no doubt that this is forbidden. It is not permissible to curse a wife, nor to curse any of the Muslims. Even animals, dwellings, and places are not to be cursed. Cursing is a vile word and an insolent word. Its ruling returns to the one who said it if the one it was directed at does not deserve it, so the curse falls back on its owner. Therefore, it is not permissible for you to curse any of the Muslims, especially your wife, the mother of your children and your companion. This is a matter that is not permissible. You must repent to Allah the Mighty and Majestic and not return to such a thing. As for the expiation, there is no expiation for this other than repentance and seeking forgiveness.