sharp in German
sharp in German is scharf, spitz, scharfsinning — sharp means having a fine edge or point that can cut or pierce easily.
sharp in German
scharf
Terminating in a point or edge, especially one that can cut or pierce easily; not dull, obtuse, or rounded.
spitz
Terminating in a point or edge, especially one that can cut or pierce easily; not dull, obtuse, or rounded.
scharfsinning
(colloquial) Intelligent.
scharf
(colloquial) Intelligent.
-is
(music) Raised by one semitone (denoted by the symbol ♯ after the name of the note).
hoch
(music) Higher in pitch than required.
scharf
stechend
Sudden, abrupt, intense, rapid.
scharf
Sudden, abrupt, intense, rapid.
Erhöhungszeichen
What does "sharp" mean?
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adj Having a fine edge or point that can cut or pierce easily.
"Be careful, that knife is very sharp."
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adj Quick to notice, understand, or think; mentally alert.
"He has a sharp mind for numbers."
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adj Sudden and intense; abrupt.
"There was a sharp rise in prices last month."
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adj Harsh or critical in tone.
"He gave a sharp reply that ended the conversation."
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sharp in a sentence
- Be careful, that knife is very sharp.
- She sharpened the pencil until the tip was sharp enough to write with.
- He has a sharp mind for numbers.
- Her sharp questions caught him off guard.
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What is "sharp" in German?
"sharp" in German is scharf, spitz, scharfsinning. sharp means: Having a fine edge or point that can cut or pierce easily.
How do you use "sharp" in a sentence?
Example: "Be careful, that knife is very sharp." In German, "sharp" is scharf, spitz, scharfsinning.
Are there other ways to say "sharp" in German?
Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "sharp": scharf, spitz, scharfsinning, -is, hoch, stechend.
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