Translation of "chasten" into Swedish

tukta, straffa, rena are the top translations of "chasten" into Swedish.

chasten verb grammar

To punish (in order to bring about improvement in behavior, attitude, etc.); to restrain, moderate [..]

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  • tukta

    verb

    Is there any necessity of chastening a son or a daughter?

    Finns det något behov av att tukta en son eller dotter?

  • straffa

    verb

    Chasten, where chastening will answer best; but try persuasion before you try the rod (DBY, 277).

    Tillrättavisa då det ger störst verkan, men försök med övertalning innan ni ger stränga straff (DBY, 277).

  • rena

    verb adjective

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