stark
strong
Jemand oder etwas hat viel Kraft oder kann viel aushalten.
The German word "stark" is an adjective meaning "strong", "powerful", or "intense".
- It can describe physical strength (e.g., ein starker Mann – a strong man).
- It can also refer to intensity (e.g., starker Regen – heavy rain) or effectiveness.
Root word:
- "stark" itself is a basic adjective; no smaller word base beyond its root.
Similar words:
- kräftig (robust, vigorous)
- mächtig (mighty, powerful)
- heftig (violent, intense, often used for emotions or actions)
Difference:
- kräftig often emphasizes bodily strength or robustness.
- mächtig implies power in a broader sense (influence, might).
- heftig emphasizes intensity but often with a more sudden or aggressive character.
- stark is more general and commonly used for both physical and abstract strengths or intensities.
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Examples
Er ist sehr stark.adjective
He is very strong.
Dieser Kaffee schmeckt ziemlich stark.adjective
This coffee tastes quite strong.
Dieser Kaffee schmeckt stark.adverb
This coffee tastes strong.
Das Kind ist schon sehr stark.adjective
The child is already very strong.
Sie hat einen starken Willen.adjective
She has a strong will.
Die starken Männer heben die schwere Kiste.adjective
The strong men lift the heavy box.
Heute weht ein starker Wind durch das Dorf.adjective
Today a strong wind is blowing through the village.
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