ciberacoso
El ciberacoso es un problema grave en las redes sociales.
Cyberbullying is a serious issue on social media.
The use of digital communication to harass, intimidate, or threaten someone.
Denunció el ciberacoso que sufrió en el trabajo.
She reported the cyberbullying she experienced at work.
Los padres deben educar a sus hijos sobre los riesgos del ciberacoso.
Parents should educate their children about the risks of cyberbullying.
Includes actions like sending threatening messages, spreading rumors online, or posting embarrassing content.
Collocations
Pro Tip
Key distinction from 'acoso'
'Ciberacoso' specifically refers to harassment conducted through digital means (social media, emails, texts), while 'acoso' can refer to any form of bullying, including in-person.
Gold Rule
Legal context
In many jurisdictions, cyberbullying is a criminal offense. Document evidence (screenshots, messages) before reporting.
Word Origin
Compound of 'ciber-' (from 'cibernética', cybernetics) + 'acoso' (harassment). First attested in Spanish in the late 20th century as internet use became widespread.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in legal, educational, and psychological contexts to describe online harassment. Avoid using it for offline bullying.