How do you pronounce reproof?

reproof is pronounced as /rɪˈpruːf/.

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reproof

👎reproof (ripruf)

noun

/rɪˈpruːf/

Zurechtweisung, Tadel (Zurechtweisung, Tadel)

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reproductive reprove

Meaning

An expression of blame or disapproval.

Meaning Translation

Ein Ausdruck von Missbilligung oder Kritik

Example Sentences

His careless words drew a sharp reproof from his mother.

Seine unachtsamen Worte zogen eine scharfe Zurechtweisung seiner Mutter nach sich.

Example Expressions

beyond reproof

jenseits der Zurechtweisung

Synonyms

rebuke, reprimand, censure, reproach

Antonyms

praise, approval, commendation

Collocations

harsh reproof, gentle reproof, beyond reproof

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