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schwierig

difficult

Meaning of schwierig

Deutsch

nicht leicht; erfordert viel Aufwand oder Verständnis

English

hard to understand or do

difficult

Pronunciation

German
[ˈʃviːʁɪç]

schwierig with English translation

schwierig usage examples

🇩🇪German→🇬🇧English

Mathe ist für mich schwierig.

Math is difficult for me.

🇩🇪German→🇬🇧English

Die Aufgabe war schwierig, aber machbar.

The task was difficult but doable.

schwierig synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between schwierig, schwer, anspruchsvoll, anstrengend, and hart

🇩🇪German

The most general word: “difficult,” “hard”; can describe tasks, topics, or situations.

A2very often
anspruchsvoll
🇩🇪German

Means “demanding” or “requiring a high level”; can sound slightly positive.

A2often

Advanced: broader words

🇩🇪German

Means “exhausting” or “strenuous”; the focus is on effort and fatigue, not just difficulty.

A2very often
🇩🇪German

In the sense of difficulty: “hard,” “harsh,” or “severe”; often used for conditions, life, or punishment.

A2very often

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schwierig belongs to the topic "School and University →". Start with a short set of 2 words so the word is easier to remember in context.

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What does schwierig mean?

hard to understand or do

How do you pronounce schwierig?

schwierig is pronounced [ˈʃviːʁɪç].

How is schwierig used in a sentence?

Math is difficult for me. Translation: Mathe ist für mich schwierig.

Is schwierig part of School and University vocabulary?

Yes, schwierig (difficult) can be learned in the School and University topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is schwierig part of Study and Work vocabulary?

Yes, schwierig (difficult) can be learned in the Study and Work topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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