Quälerei
Quälerei is a German word that translates to torment, torture, or cruelty. It refers to the act of causing prolonged suffering, pain, or distress to a person or animal. This suffering can be physical, psychological, or emotional. In legal contexts, Quälerei is often associated with animal cruelty laws, where it denotes the infliction of unnecessary pain or suffering upon an animal.
The concept extends beyond legal definitions to encompass various forms of deliberate infliction of suffering. This
While often associated with extreme acts, the broader meaning of Quälerei can also apply to situations where