sauer
sour · angry
Dies beschreibt einen Geschmack wie bei Zitronen oder Essig. Es kann auch bedeuten, dass jemand verärgert oder schlecht gelaunt ist.
The German word "sauer" is an adjective that means "sour" or "acidic". It can describe the taste of acidic foods or drinks, like lemons or vinegar. Additionally, "sauer" can imply a negative emotional state, such as being grumpy or upset. Words with similar meanings include "sauer" (sour), "bitter" (bitter), and "unfreundlich" (unfriendly). However, while "sauer" often pertains to the flavor or mood, "bitter" specifically describes a distinct taste, and "unfreundlich" relates to a person's demeanor.
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Examples
Das Essen schmeckt sauer.adjective
The food tastes sour.
Er ist sauer auf mich.adjective
He is angry with me.
Die Zitrone macht den Saft sauer.adjective
The lemon makes the juice sour.
Dieses Obst ist sehr sauer.adjective
This fruit is very sour.
Zitronen schmecken sauer.adjective
Lemons taste sour.
Warum riecht der Käse heute so sauer?adverb
Why does the cheese smell so sour today?
Die Milch wurde über Nacht sauer.adjective
The milk turned sour overnight.
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