schwer
heavy
having much weight
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What's the difference between schwer / kräftig / stark / schwierig
Usually means 'strong' or 'robust'; when related to weight, it suggests a sturdy, solid build rather than simply 'heavy'.
Mainly means 'strong'; it only relates indirectly to heaviness, for example in phrases about strong pressure or a heavy load.
Means 'difficult' and does not describe weight; it is only used in a figurative sense, not for physical heaviness.
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How to pronounce schwer and what this word means
schwer means heavy. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce schwer
[ʃvɛːɐ̯]
schwer translation
heavy
schwer examples
Der Koffer ist schwer.
schwer transcription
[ʃvɛːɐ̯]
Questions about this word
schwer meaning: what does it mean?
von großem Gewicht; schwer zu heben
schwer pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
schwer is pronounced as [ʃvɛːɐ̯]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
schwer definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Der Koffer ist schwer. Translation: Чемодан тяжёлый.
Is schwer part of Adjectives vocabulary?
Yes, schwer (heavy) can be learned in the Adjectives topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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