Translation of Slovak word "tvrdý" to English
tvrdý
/tvrdiː/
Meaning
AdjectiveSolid and firm. Resistant to pressure; difficult to break, cut, or penetrate.
How to use
Hard-stem qualitative adjective declined according to the 'pekný' pattern (tvrdý, tvrdá, tvrdé; comparative 'tvrdší', superlative 'najtvrdší'). Antonym of 'mäkký'. Used in physical senses (rigid, hard material), linguistic classification ('tvrdá spoluhláska' - hard consonant), and figurative contexts (strict, demanding).
🇬🇧 English
hard
Example sentence
Táto práca je naozaj tvrdá.
Work is hard
Kameň je veľmi tvrdý.
Stone is hard
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Common phrases
- tvrdé drevo— hardwood
- tvrdý tréning— hard training / rigorous workout
- tvrdá spoluhláska— hard consonant
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What does the Slovak word "tvrdý" mean?▼
The Slovak word "tvrdý" means "hard" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Táto práca je naozaj tvrdá." (which translates as "Work is hard").
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