Definition
To reprimand someone severely for behavior that is strongly disapproved of.
严厉斥责
The manager gave him what for when he found out that he was late for work.
经理发现他上班迟到时，严厉斥责了他。
She knew she would get what for from her teacher for not completing her assignment.
她知道老师会因为她没有完成作业而严厉斥责她。
He got what for from the police officer for speeding.
他因超速行驶而被警察严厉斥责。