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anbrüllen

to bellow at, to yell at

verb AN-bruel-en Rare

Usage Note

Anbrüllen implies angrily shouting directly at someone at close range — more intense than anschreien. It carries a strong emotional charge and suggests a loss of composure.

Examples

"Der Chef brüllte seinen Mitarbeiter vor allen anderen an."

Natural Translation

The boss bellowed at his employee in front of everyone.

Literal Translation

The boss bellowed his employee before all others at.

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