schroff
harsh · rugged
So spricht oder handelt jemand, wenn er kurz, hart und nicht freundlich ist.
The German word "schroff" is an adjective that means "rough", "abrupt", or "blunt". It describes something that is harsh in manner or texture, often implying a lack of tact or gentleness.
Similar words in German include "rau" (rough), "hart" (hard), and "hartnäckig" (stubborn).
The difference is that while "rau" generally refers to texture, "hart" emphasizes hardness, and "hartnäckig" has a connotation of stubbornness rather than being rough in manner. "Schroff" specifically conveys the idea of being brusque or curt in communication or appearance.
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Examples
Seine Antwort war ziemlich schroff.adjective
His answer was quite harsh.
Die Wanderer kletterten vorsichtig die schroffen Felsen an der Küste hinauf.adjective
The hikers carefully climbed up the rugged rocks on the coast.
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