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brüsk — meaning in English

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English meaning

brusque adj Blunt and unfriendly in speech or manner.
curt adj Speaking briefly to the point of seeming rude; short and blunt.
impetuous adj Acting suddenly and without careful thought, often forcefully.

Senses

brüsk is used for these senses in English:

brusque Rudely abrupt; curt, unfriendly.
impetuous Characterized by sudden violence or vehemence.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

plötzlich brüskierend knapp barsch kurzangebunden schroff kurz kurzgefasst impulsiv leidenschaftlich ungestüm unüberlegt