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spanking

Pronunciation: [ˈspæŋkɪŋ]

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Learn how to use spanking in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “discipline”

(noun) a method of punishing a child by hitting their bottom with an open hand. It’s used to teach what is right and wrong, but many people have different opinions about it.

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Some parents believe that spanking is an effective way to discipline their children.

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Many experts argue that spanking can harm a child's emotional development.

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What do you think about spanking as a form of discipline?

Context: “discipline”

(verb) the action of hitting a child's bottom with an open hand as a form of punishment. It’s done to make them learn what is acceptable behavior.

Example

She decided to spanking her child for misbehaving at school.

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They never spanked their children because they prefer other ways to teach lessons.

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Why do some parents choose to spanking their kids?

How to pronounce spanking

Pronunciation: [ˈspæŋkɪŋ]

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