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coarse in German

coarse in German is grob, derb, rau — coarse means rough in texture rather than smooth.

coarse in German

grob
adj
With a rough texture; not smooth.
derb
adj
With a rough texture; not smooth.
rau
adj
With a rough texture; not smooth.
belegt
adj
With a rough texture; not smooth.
primitiv
adj
With a rough texture; not smooth.
grob
adj
Composed of large particles.
grobkörnig
adj
Composed of large particles.
grob
adj
Of inferior quality.

What does "coarse" mean?

  1. adj Rough in texture rather than smooth.
    "The coarse fabric scratched against her skin."
  2. adj Lacking refinement or good manners; crude.
    "He made a coarse joke that embarrassed the whole table."

coarse in a sentence

  • The coarse fabric scratched against her skin.
  • He made a coarse joke that embarrassed the whole table.

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Common German translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "coarse" in German?

"coarse" in German is grob, derb, rau. coarse means: Rough in texture rather than smooth.

How do you use "coarse" in a sentence?

Example: "The coarse fabric scratched against her skin." In German, "coarse" is grob, derb, rau.

Are there other ways to say "coarse" in German?

Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "coarse": grob, derb, rau, belegt, primitiv, grobkörnig.

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