Definition
To reprimand someone severely for behavior that is strongly disapproved of.
嚴厲斥責
The manager gave him what for when he found out that he was late for work.
經理發現他上班遲到時，嚴厲斥責了他。
She knew she would get what for from her teacher for not completing her assignment.
她知道老師會因爲她沒有完成作業而嚴厲斥責她。
He got what for from the police officer for speeding.
他因超速行駛而被警察嚴厲斥責。