derb
crude
grob, kräftig und nicht besonders fein oder höflich
The German word "derb" is an adjective meaning "coarse," "rough," "rugged," or "crude." It describes something as unrefined, tough, or blunt.
- Root word: "derb" itself, no separate roots aside from this adjective form.
Similar words:
- grob (coarse, rough)
- rau (rough)
- rustikal (rustic)
- grobklotzig (clumsy, crude)
Difference:
While "derb" often implies a blunt, sometimes harsh or crude character, "grob" focuses more generally on roughness or lack of finesse. "Rau" emphasizes texture or surface roughness, and "rustikal" suggests simplicity related to country or rural style. "Derb" can also relate to behavior or language being straightforward or even rude, whereas others may be neutral or stylistic descriptors.
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Examples
Seine Worte sind sehr derb.adjective
His words are very crude.
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