punishment in French
punishment in French is punition, châtiment — punishment means a penalty given for wrongdoing, or the act of imposing one.
punishment in French
punition
châtiment
châtiment
A suffering by pain or loss imposed as retribution.
punition
A suffering by pain or loss imposed as retribution.
punition
(figuratively) Any harsh treatment or experience; rough handling.
What does "punishment" mean?
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noun A penalty given for wrongdoing, or the act of imposing one.
"The punishment for the crime was a fine and community service."
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punishment in a sentence
- The punishment for the crime was a fine and community service.
- His parents believed in punishment as a way to teach discipline.
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What is "punishment" in French?
"punishment" in French is punition, châtiment. punishment means: A penalty given for wrongdoing, or the act of imposing one.
How do you use "punishment" in a sentence?
Example: "The punishment for the crime was a fine and community service." In French, "punishment" is punition, châtiment.
Are there other ways to say "punishment" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "punishment": punition, châtiment.
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