stur
stubborn
Wenn eine Person nicht auf andere hören will und fest bei ihrer eigenen Meinung bleibt, auch wenn sie falsch liegt.
The German word "stur" is an adjective that means "stubborn" or "obstinate". It describes someone who is very determined not to change their attitude or position on something, despite good arguments to do so. The word itself is not composed of distinct sub-parts that carry individual meanings relevant to the overall term.
Similar words in German include "hartnäckig" (perseverant, tenacious), "eigensinnig" (self-willed, opinionated), and "unbeugsam" (unyielding, unbending).
Differences:
- "Hartnäckig" often has a more neutral or even positive connotation than "stur," as it can imply persistence and determination.
- "Eigensinnig" not only suggests stubbornness but also implies a strong sense of one's own ideas and opinions.
- "Unbeugsam" has connotations of being inflexible or resolute, often in a principled or strong-willed manner, and can be contextually related to admiration for strong principles, unlike "stur".
Understanding these nuances can help in choosing the most appropriate term for the context.
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Examples
Der sture Vogel will nicht fliegen.adjective
The stubborn bird does not want to fly.
Manche Menschen bleiben oft stur, wenn es um eine Auseinandersetzung geht.adjective
Some people often remain stubborn when it comes to a disagreement.
Manchmal sind Kinder sehr stur, wenn sie etwas wollen.adjective
Sometimes children are very stubborn when they want something.
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