scold
/skəʊld/ · /skoʊld/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3885 in the learning path
责骂；训斥
Definitions
v. To speak angrily to someone because they did something wrong.
责骂；训斥
Example
Dad scolded me for leaving the freezer door open.
爸爸因为我没关冰柜门而训了我。
Teachers who frequently scold pupils may discourage them from asking questions and participating in classroom discussions.
经常训斥学生的教师可能会使学生不愿提问或参与课堂讨论。
Collocations
- scold someone for something
- scold someone for doing something
Word family
- scolding (n.)
Synonyms
- reprimand
- rebuke
Antonyms
- praise
Usage tip
用 scold someone for doing，表示因某行为责骂某人。
FAQ
- What does scold mean?
- To speak angrily to someone because they did something wrong.
- How is scold pronounced?
- UK /skəʊld/, US /skoʊld/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
