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starrköpfig — meaning in English

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English meaning

dour adjective Stern, unfriendly, and serious in manner or expression.
obstinate adj Refusing to change one's opinion or course of action, often unreasonably so.

Senses

starrköpfig is used for these senses in English:

dour Unyielding and obstinate.
obstinate Stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course, usually with implied unreasonableness; persistent.

dour — full definition

adjective Stern, unfriendly, and serious in manner or expression.
adjective Gloomy or grim.

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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”.

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