punishment

US /ˈpʌn.ɪʃ.mənt/
UK /ˈpʌn.ɪʃ.mənt/
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Bestrafung, Strafe

the infliction or imposition of a penalty as retribution for an offense

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The criminal received a severe punishment for his crimes.
Der Kriminelle erhielt eine schwere Bestrafung für seine Verbrechen.
What is the appropriate punishment for cheating on an exam?
Was ist die angemessene Bestrafung für Betrug bei einer Prüfung?