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Rüge: reprimand; censure — meaning and examples | JadoLearn

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Rüge

reprimand; censure

formal reprimand for misconduct or a rule violation

IPA/rˈyːɡə/

Stress the first syllable “Rü-”; the final “-ge” is unstressed.

Meaning 1neutral · 86%

formal reprimand for misconduct or a rule violation

Wegen des wiederholten Verstoßes erhielt der Mitarbeiter eine schriftliche Rüge.

Das Präsidium erteilte dem Abgeordneten eine Rüge für seine Äußerung.

Die Rüge blieb bestehen, obwohl er sich später entschuldigte.

A formal or explicit reprimand for misconduct or a breach of rules; in institutional contexts it can be an official disciplinary measure.

— issue a reprimand

eine Rüge erteilen

“Eine Rüge erteilen” is common in formal settings. It is stronger and more official than ordinary criticism.

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Which expression is typical when an institution formally reprimands someone?

A formal or explicit reprimand for misconduct or a breach of rules; in institutional contexts it can be an official disciplinary measure.