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    Châtiments (en. Punishments)

    /ʃa.ti.mɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Sanction or penalty imposed for a reprehensible act.
    The punishments in this society are often severe.
    Les châtiments dans cette société sont souvent sévères.
    Unpleasant consequences of behavior.
    He had to face the punishments of his bad decisions.
    Il a dû faire face aux châtiments de ses mauvaises décisions.
    Punishment inflicted, particularly in an educational context.
    School punishments can sometimes be too draconian.
    Les châtiments scolaires peuvent parfois être trop draconiens.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'châtier', deriving from the Latin 'castigare', meaning to correct or to punish.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    divine punishment
    Punishment considered to be inflicted by a higher power.
    châtiment divin
    to receive punishments
    To be punished or to suffer negative consequences.
    recevoir des châtiments

    Related Words

    to punish
    To impose a punishment or a reprimand.
    châtier
    to penalize
    To inflict a penalty due to a fault.
    punir
    sanction
    Punitive measure taken to enforce a rule or a law.
    sanction

    Slang Meanings

    To face punishments
    After this party, I’m going to face some punishments from my boss.
    Après cette fête, je vais me taper des châtiments avec mon boss.
    home punishment
    He got a home punishment for his behavior during dinner.
    Il a eu un châtiment maison pour son comportement lors du dîner.