Reproach Meaning in English
word
ɹiˈpɹoʊtʃ
ri-PROHCH
ɹɪpɹˈəʊtʃ
ri-PROHCH
Definition
To express disapproval or disappointment in someone's actions; can be a verb (to reproach) or a noun (an expression of disapproval).
Usage & Nuances
Formal and literary; common as both noun and verb. Used in serious or emotional contexts, often stronger than 'criticize.' Common phrase: 'beyond reproach' (not deserving criticism). Rare in everyday conversation.
Spanish: reprochar - reprochePortuguese (BR): reprovar - repreensãoPortuguese (PT): repreender - censuraChinese (Simplified): 指责 - 责备Chinese (Traditional): 責備 - 責難Hindi: उपयोग - डाँटनाArabic: لوم - عتابBengali: ভর্ত্সনা - নিন্দাRussian: упрёк - порицание - упрекатьJapanese: 非難（ひなん） - 咎める（とがめる）Vietnamese: khiển trách - trách mócKorean: 비난 - 꾸짖음Turkish: azarlama - sitemUrdu: ملامت - سرزنشIndonesian: celaan - mencela
Example Sentences
Her mother looked at her with reproach.
basic
He feared his friend's reproach after the mistake.
basic
Please do not reproach yourself.
basic
His actions were beyond reproach; nobody could criticize him.
natural
She did not reproach him for being late, but he knew she was upset.
natural
You have nothing to reproach yourself for—everyone makes mistakes.
natural