hart
hard
Etwas mit fester oder fester Struktur, das sich nicht leicht biegen oder drücken lässt.
The German word "hart" is an adjective that translates to "hard" in English. In its literal sense, it describes a physical property of solidity and firmness, such as a "harter Stein" (hard stone). Additionally, "hart" can be used metaphorically to describe toughness or severity, as in "harte Zeiten" (hard times).
Similar adjectives in German include "fest" (firm), "steif" (stiff), and "streng" (strict).
The distinction between these adjectives often lies in their contextual usage. While "hart," "fest," and "steif" can describe physical hardness, "streng" often relates more to harshness or rigidity in non-physical contexts, such as rules or attitudes. "Hart" uniquely blends the notion of physical toughness with metaphorical severity, encapsulating both in a single term.
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Examples
Das Holz ist hart.adjective
The wood is hard.
Der Boden fühlt sich hart an.adjective
The ground feels hard.
Seine Arbeit ist hart.adjective
His work is hard.
Dieses Stück Holz ist sehr hart.adjective
This piece of wood is very hard.
Die Eier sind nach dem Kochen hart geworden.adjective
The eggs have become hard after boiling.
Meine Schuhe sind nach dem Regen hart geworden.adjective
My shoes have become hard after the rain.
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