chastise
US /tʃæsˈtaɪz/
UK /tʃæsˈtaɪz/
1.
berispen, straffen
rebuke or reprimand severely
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The coach chastised the players for their poor performance.
De coach berispte de spelers voor hun slechte prestaties.
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She chastised him for his rude behavior.
Ze berispte hem voor zijn onbeleefde gedrag.
2.
straffen, tuchtigen
punish, especially by beating
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In ancient times, children were often chastised physically for disobedience.
In de oudheid werden kinderen vaak fysiek gestraft voor ongehoorzaamheid.
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The strict teacher would chastise students who misbehaved.
De strenge leraar zou studenten die zich misdroegen straffen.