How is the word ralhar translated from Portuguese to English

English translation
Tell off
verb

Repreender alguém com zanga por algo errado.

To scold someone angrily for doing something wrong.

Examples with “ralhar”

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  • A professora ralhou com o aluno por chegar atrasado. — The teacher told off the student for being late.

  • Porque lhe ralhaste à frente de toda a gente? — Why did you tell him off in front of everyone?

  • Por favor, não ralhes com o teu irmão em público. — Please don't tell off your brother in public.

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