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abkanzeln — meaning in English

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English meaning

rebuke noun A sharp expression of disapproval; a scolding.
reprimand noun A formal, often stern rebuke for wrongdoing.

Senses

abkanzeln is used for these senses in English:

rebuke (of a person) To criticise harshly; to reprove.
reprimand To reprove in a formal or official way.

rebuke — full definition

noun A sharp expression of disapproval; a scolding.
verb To criticize someone sharply, usually for something they did wrong.

reprimand — full definition

noun A formal, often stern rebuke for wrongdoing.
verb To formally scold or criticize someone for something they did wrong.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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