admonishment
[/ədˈmɒnɪʃmənt/]
nounpl: admonishments
admoestação
1. a gentle or mild reproof; a warning or cautionary remark given to someone about their behavior
The teacher's admonishment about punctuality was well-received by the students.
A admoestação da professora sobre pontualidade foi bem recebida pelos alunos.
2. the act of admonishing; expressing disapproval or concern in a firm but kind manner
His father's admonishment motivated him to study harder.
A admoestação de seu pai o motivou a estudar mais.
3. a formal or official warning
The employee received a written admonishment for being late repeatedly.
O funcionário recebeu uma admoestação escrita por chegar atrasado repetidamente.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, admonishment is typically used in formal or semi-formal settings such as workplace discipline, educational environments, or parental guidance. It carries a connotation of concern mixed with disapproval, distinguishing it from harsher forms of criticism. In Brazil, 'admoestação' is frequently used in legal and administrative documents.
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