gruff in French
gruff in French is bourru, rauque — gruff means rough or brusque in manner or speech, though not necessarily unkind underneath.
gruff in French
bourru
having a rough, surly, and harsh demeanor and nature.
rauque
hoarse-voiced.
What does "gruff" mean?
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adj Rough or brusque in manner or speech, though not necessarily unkind underneath.
"The old caretaker had a gruff manner but a kind heart."
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adj Low-pitched and hoarse in voice.
"He answered the phone in a gruff, sleepy voice."
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gruff in a sentence
- The old caretaker had a gruff manner but a kind heart.
- He answered the phone in a gruff, sleepy voice.
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What is "gruff" in French?
"gruff" in French is bourru, rauque. gruff means: Rough or brusque in manner or speech, though not necessarily unkind underneath.
How do you use "gruff" in a sentence?
Example: "The old caretaker had a gruff manner but a kind heart." In French, "gruff" is bourru, rauque.
Are there other ways to say "gruff" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "gruff": bourru, rauque.
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