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rauco — meaning in English

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English meaning

gruff adj Rough or brusque in manner or speech, though not necessarily unkind underneath.
hoarse adj Having a rough, strained voice, often from shouting, a sore throat, or overuse.
raucous adjective Harsh-sounding, loud, and rough, especially of a voice or laughter.

Senses

rauco is used for these senses in English:

gruff hoarse-voiced.
hoarse Having a dry, harsh tone to the voice, as a result of a sore throat, age, emotion, etc.
raucous Harsh and rough-sounding.

gruff — full definition

adj Rough or brusque in manner or speech, though not necessarily unkind underneath.
adj Low-pitched and hoarse in voice.

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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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