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Acoso
/aˈkoso/
harassment
El acoso laboral puede afectar la salud mental de los empleados.
Workplace harassment can affect employees' mental health.
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Persistent and unwanted behavior that causes distress or harm, often involving threats, intimidation, or humiliation.
El acoso escolar es un problema grave en muchas escuelas.
School bullying is a serious problem in many schools.
Denunció el acoso sexual en el lugar de trabajo.
She reported sexual harassment in the workplace.
Acoso can refer to various types of harassment, including workplace, school, or online harassment.
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Legal Context
In legal contexts, 'acoso' often refers to behavior that violates laws against harassment.
Gold Rule
Serious Consequences
Acoso is a serious issue that can have legal and psychological consequences.
Word Origin
From the verb 'acosar', derived from the Latin 'accusare' (to accuse).
Usage Notes
Acoso is a serious term often used in legal and social contexts. It can refer to persistent harassment in various settings, including workplaces, schools, and online environments.
Word Breakdown
aco-
toward
prefix-so
suffering or persecution
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