Physical punishment inflicted on the body (e.g., hitting, spanking). Often used in reference to corporal punishment in schools or families and viewed negatively today.
多くの国や地域で学校での体罰は禁止されている。
In many countries and regions, corporal punishment in schools is prohibited.
親による体罰が問題になり、児童相談所に通報された。
Parental corporal punishment became an issue and was reported to the child consultation center.
体罰の代わりに、対話や指導で問題を解決するべきだ。
Instead of physical punishment, issues should be resolved through dialogue and guidance.