schwerwiegend
serious
Sehr ernst und mit großen Folgen.
The German word "schwerwiegend" is an adjective that means "serious" or "grave". It is composed of the words "schwer" (heavy) and "wiegend" (weighing). The word describes something that is of significant importance or consequence, often implying feelings of severe impact or gravity. Similar words in German include "ernst" (serious), "bedeutsam" (significant), and "bedeutend" (important).
Difference in Similar Words: Unlike its similar words which may not always imply gravity ("ernst" for instance can relate to demeanor, and "bedeutend" to notability without consequences), "schwerwiegend" predominantly implies a weightiness in terms of severity or seriousness.
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Examples
Das ist ein schwerwiegender Fehler.adjective
That is a serious mistake.
Schwerwiegende Folgen könnten daraus resultieren.adjective
Serious consequences could result from this.
Ein schwerwiegender Fehler wurde gemacht.adjective
A serious mistake has been made.
Die schwerwiegenden Folgen sind noch immer spürbar.adjective
The serious consequences are still noticeable.
Das Problem ist schwerwiegend und muss schnell gelöst werden.adjective
The problem is serious and must be solved quickly.
Manche Probleme sind wirklich schwerwiegend.adjective
Some problems are really serious.
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