Translation of German word "schwierig" to English
schwierig
/ˈʃviːʁɪç/
Meaning
AdjectiveHard, not easy, requiring much effort.
How to use
schwierig ('difficult / hard / complex') is an adjective. Eine schwierige Aufgabe — A difficult task / problem.
🇬🇧 English
difficult
Example
Die Aufgabe ist schwierig.
The task is difficult.
Der Weg ist schwierig zu gehen.
The path is difficult to walk.
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Common phrases
- schwierige Phase— difficult phase / period
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What is the definition of the German word "schwierig"?▼
The German word "schwierig" is defined as: "Hard, not easy, requiring much effort."
What does the German word "schwierig" mean?▼
The German word "schwierig" means "difficult" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die Aufgabe ist schwierig." (which translates as "The task is difficult.").
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