raß

sharp (taste); spicy; spirited

Word details

German meaning
Schnell, zügig (umgangssprachlich).
English meaning
Fast, quickly
German example
Er fuhr raß die Straße entlang.
English example
He drove fast down the street.
Comparative
raßerSuperlative: am raßsten

Example sentences with “raß”

  1. Dieser Wein ist sehr raß. (This wine is very sharp/piquant.)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'raß' a common word?

No, it is regional (often used in Southern Germany/Austria) and somewhat dated.