English–German
“abuse” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˌmɪsˈhandl̩n/
Example
Der Vater misshandelt das Kind seit Jahren.
The father has been abusing the child for years.
How to say “abuse” in German
“Abuse” in German is misshandeln.
One person repeatedly uses brutal force or power against another, causing bodily or emotional harm.
Example sentences with misshandeln
Die Stiftung unterstützt Opfer, die misshandelt wurden.
The foundation supports victims who were abused.
Tips for using misshandeln
- Misshandeln is a serious word for abuse, so milder complaints usually require a less severe expression such as schlecht behandeln.
Other German words for “abuse”
Die Misshandlungen des Tieres wurden gemeldet.
The abuse of the animal was reported.