Suchen
to act out
[phrase form: act]
01
sich danebenbenehmen, Emotionen durch Fehlverhalten ausdrücken
to communicate one's emotions, often negative, by misbehaving
02
aufführen, spielen
to perform a role or a scene on stage
03
nachspielen, rollen spielen
to play a role as in a child's imaginative play, where they play scenarios with toys or with their friends
04
äußern, unbewusst handeln
to unconsciously display one's internal conflicts, emotions, or unresolved issues by visible actions, often as a defense mechanism
act out
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Beispiel
Teenagers may act out when they're dealing with stress or emotional issues.
Some individuals act out as a way of seeking attention or expressing frustration.
Some individuals with certain behavioral disorders may act out their unresolved issues through self-destructive behaviors.
The actors will act out a thrilling chase scene in tonight's performance.
Last night, the cast acted out a powerful monologue that left the audience in tears.
