Self-flagellation

Translation of "self-flagellation" into Russian

Noun

self-flagellation

self-flagellations pl

Usually an uncountable noun; may take a plural in rare contexts.

Medieval monks practiced self-flagellation as a form of penance.

Средневековые монахи практиковали самобичевание как форму покаяния.

Additional translations

самоистязание

Обычно о физическом самонаказании

Adjective

self-flagellation

Used attributively: e.g., “self-flagellation rituals”.

самобичевальный

Self-flagellation rituals are still observed in certain religious festivals.

Самобичевальные ритуалы до сих пор соблюдаются на некоторых религиозных фестивалях.

Noun

The act of whipping or flogging oneself, especially for religious penance or discipline.

Medieval monks practiced self-flagellation as a form of penance.

Figuratively, excessive or harsh self-criticism or self-punishment.

Her constant self-flagellation over minor mistakes exhausted her friends.

Adjective

Relating to or involving self-flagellation.

Self-flagellation rituals are still observed in certain religious festivals.