brincadeira brusca
1. physical play that is vigorous, energetic, or involves physical contact and tumbling, often between children or animals
The children engaged in rough play in the backyard, wrestling and rolling around.
As crianças se envolveram em brincadeira brusca no quintal, lutando e rolando.
2. play or sports activity that involves aggressive physical contact or intensity
The coach warned the players that rough play would result in penalties.
O treinador advertiu os jogadores que o jogo brusco resultaria em penalidades.
3. playful interaction that may appear violent or aggressive but is not intended to cause harm
Puppies often engage in rough play to establish dominance within their pack.
Os filhotes frequentemente se envolvem em brincadeira brusca para estabelecer domínio no bando.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, rough play is generally viewed as a normal part of child development and animal behavior, though it's increasingly monitored in schools and organized sports settings. In Brazil, 'brincadeira brusca' is commonly understood as youthful exuberance, while parents and educators emphasize the need to differentiate between acceptable rough play and actual aggression or bullying.
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