gritty
körnig; sandig; ungeschönt
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Example sentences with “gritty”
The film provided a gritty look at urban life. (Der Film bot einen ungeschönten Blick auf das Stadtleben.)
Frequently asked questions
How do you translate 'gritty' in a figurative sense?
For textures, use 'körnig'. For descriptions of reality, 'ungeschönt' (unvarnished) or 'realistisch' is better.