B2 noun Neutral

bullying

/ˈbʊliɪŋ/

Bullying refers to repeated, intentional behavior aimed at harming, intimidating, or coercing someone perceived as more vulnerable. It typically involves a power imbalance and can manifest physically, verbally, or through digital platforms.

Beispiele

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1

The school has introduced a new policy to identify and stop bullying in the playground.

The school has introduced a new policy to identify and stop bullying in the playground.

2

It is the responsibility of the administration to ensure a workplace free from bullying and harassment.

It is the responsibility of the administration to ensure a workplace free from bullying and harassment.

3

I'm so glad they finally called him out for his bullying behavior.

I'm so glad they finally called him out for his bullying behavior.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
bullying
Verb
bully
Adjektiv
bullying
Verwandt
bully
💡

Merkhilfe

Think of a 'Bull'—an animal that uses its size and horns to push others around and dominate the field.

Schnelles Quiz

The university has a strict policy against any form of cyber ____.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: bullying

Beispiele

1

The school has introduced a new policy to identify and stop bullying in the playground.

everyday

The school has introduced a new policy to identify and stop bullying in the playground.

2

It is the responsibility of the administration to ensure a workplace free from bullying and harassment.

formal

It is the responsibility of the administration to ensure a workplace free from bullying and harassment.

3

I'm so glad they finally called him out for his bullying behavior.

informal

I'm so glad they finally called him out for his bullying behavior.

4

Sociological studies often differentiate between direct physical bullying and indirect relational aggression.

academic

Sociological studies often differentiate between direct physical bullying and indirect relational aggression.

5

The HR department conducted a workshop to address subtle forms of bullying in corporate environments.

business

The HR department conducted a workshop to address subtle forms of bullying in corporate environments.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
bullying
Verb
bully
Adjektiv
bullying
Verwandt
bully

Häufige Kollokationen

workplace bullying workplace bullying
anti-bullying campaign anti-bullying campaign
victim of bullying victim of bullying
stop bullying stop bullying
cyber bullying cyber bullying

Häufige Phrasen

to stand up to bullying

to stand up to bullying

zero-tolerance for bullying

zero-tolerance for bullying

cyber-bullying awareness

cyber-bullying awareness

Wird oft verwechselt mit

bullying vs harassment

Bullying is often social or peer-based, whereas harassment often has legal implications regarding protected characteristics like race or gender.

bullying vs teasing

Teasing can be playful and mutual, but bullying is repetitive, intentional, and involves a power imbalance.

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Nutzungshinweise

The word is most commonly used in educational contexts, but 'workplace bullying' is a standard term for adult environments. It functions as an uncountable noun in most contexts.

⚠️

Häufige Fehler

Learners sometimes use 'bully' (the person) when they mean 'bullying' (the act). Avoid saying 'he did a bully' instead of 'he engaged in bullying.'

💡

Merkhilfe

Think of a 'Bull'—an animal that uses its size and horns to push others around and dominate the field.

📖

Wortherkunft

Derived from the 16th-century Dutch word 'boel' (lover/brother), it originally meant 'sweetheart' before shifting to mean a 'blusterer' and eventually a harasser by the 17th century.

Grammatikmuster

uncountable noun gerund of the verb 'to bully' often followed by 'in' or 'at' to denote location
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Kultureller Kontext

In many Western educational systems, 'Anti-Bullying Week' is an annual event used to promote kindness and awareness.

Schnelles Quiz

The university has a strict policy against any form of cyber ____.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: bullying

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