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reprimand, scolding, rebuke
The act of severely scolding someone for their mistakes or wrongdoing. Used in both personal and professional contexts, typically by someone in a position of authority.
上司に叱責された。
I was reprimanded by my boss.
厳しい叱責を受けた。
I received a harsh reprimand.
部下のミスを叱責する。
To reprimand a subordinate for their mistake.
人前での叱責は避けるべきだ。
You should avoid reprimanding someone in public.
叱責 is a formal word combining 叱る (to scold) and 責める (to blame/criticize), emphasizing both the scolding and criticism aspects.
Usage:
- 叱責する (to reprimand, scold)
- 叱責を受ける (to be reprimanded)
- 叱責を浴びる (to be subjected to reprimand)
Compared to similar words:
- 叱る: to scold (general, informal)
- 叱責: to reprimand (formal, often workplace)
- 譴責: censure (very formal, official)
- 戒める: to admonish, warn
Related words:
- 説教する: to lecture, preach
- 小言を言う: to nag, grumble
- 怒鳴る: to yell at