German Word · Intermediate
Dudu
a reproof, a rebuking remark (often contrasted with an actual punishment)
Pronunciation: /ˈduːdu/
Meaning
a reproof, a rebuking remark (often contrasted with an actual punishment)
Example
Bei sowas gibt’s erstmal nur ’n Dudu vom Chef, aber bei Wiederholung kann’s natürlich auch zur Abmahnung kommen.
In such cases you’ll just get a reproof from your boss, but if it happens again it could of course develop into a written warning.
Practice tips
- Practice Dudu out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.