scharf

sharp; spicy; hot.

English translations

  1. 01

    sharp

  2. 02

    spicy

Word details

German meaning
Ein Geschmack, der ein brennendes oder stechendes Gefühl im Mund verursacht.
English meaning
Spicy
Synonym
würzig, stechend
German example
Dieses Gericht ist sehr scharf.
English example
This dish is very spicy.
Comparative
schärferSuperlative: am schärfsten
Opposite of
sharp, able to cut (knife, edge)stumpfOpposite of: sharp, in focus (picture, script)unscharfOpposite of: hot, spicy, pungent (taste)mildOpposite of: live (bomb or ammunition)nicht scharf / entschärft

Example sentences with “scharf”

  1. Das Essen ist sehr scharf. (The food is very spicy.)

Frequently asked questions

Does 'scharf' always mean 'spicy'?

No, it also means 'sharp' (like a knife) or 'focused' (like an image).