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harden in German

harden in German is härten, verhärten — harden means to become hard, or to make something hard or harder.

harden in German

härten
verb
(intransitive) To become hard.
härten
verb
verhärten
verb

What does "harden" mean?

  1. verb To become hard, or to make something hard or harder.
    "The clay hardens as it dries in the sun."
  2. verb To become or make someone more resistant, tough, or emotionally unaffected.
    "Years of hardship had hardened her against disappointment."

harden in a sentence

  • The clay hardens as it dries in the sun.
  • Cold winters harden steel used for tools.
  • Years of hardship had hardened her against disappointment.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "harden" in German?

"harden" in German is härten, verhärten. harden means: To become hard, or to make something hard or harder.

How do you use "harden" in a sentence?

Example: "The clay hardens as it dries in the sun." In German, "harden" is härten, verhärten.

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

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "harden": härten, verhärten.

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