bullies
word · lemma: bully
Definition
People who repeatedly hurt, scare, or threaten others, often to feel more powerful or in control.
Usage & Nuances
Usually negative; describes those who repeatedly harm others either physically, verbally, or emotionally, often at school or online ('cyberbullies'). Common collocations: 'school bullies', 'online bullies'. Not used for teasing among close friends.
Spanish: acosadores - matonesPortuguese (BR): valentões - agressoresPortuguese (PT): bullies - agressoresChinese (Simplified): 霸凌者 - 欺凌者Chinese (Traditional): 霸凌者 - 欺凌者Hindi: धमकाने वालेArabic: المتنمرونBengali: বদমাশ - অপদার্থ - দস্যু (পীড়নকারী)Russian: хулиганы - обидчики - задирающие (других)Japanese: いじめっ子Vietnamese: kẻ bắt nạtKorean: 괴롭히는 사람들 - 불량배Turkish: zorba - kabadayıUrdu: غنڈے - دھونس جمانے والےIndonesian: pelaku bully - pengganggu
Example Sentences
Online bullies can be just as harmful as those in real life.
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She stood up to the bullies and told a teacher.
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Some bullies pick on students who are different.
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Bullies often make others feel scared or sad.
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Schools try to stop bullies from hurting anyone.
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There are always a few bullies who like to cause trouble on the playground.
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