gruff
barsch (adj); rau (adj)
Word details
- German meaning
- Grob, ungehobelt und ungeschliffen im Verhalten.
- English meaning
- gruff, rough
- Synonym
- grob, ungeschliffen
- German example
- Er war ein raubeiniger Kerl mit einem guten Herzen.
- English example
- He was a gruff guy with a good heart.
- Comparative
- raubeinigerSuperlative: am raubeinigsten
Related words
Example sentences with “gruff”
He has a gruff voice. (Er hat eine raue Stimme.)
Frequently asked questions
When should I use 'barsch' vs 'rau'?
'Barsch' refers to a rude/abrupt manner; 'rau' refers to a physical texture or sound.