острый
sharp
able to cut
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острый with German translation
острый usage examples
Bitte sei vorsichtig, die Schere ist scharf.
Пожалуйста, будь осторожен, ножницы острые.
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острый belongs to the topic "Adjectives". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
острый synonyms
What's the difference between острый / заточенный / резкий / заострённый / проницательный
refers to an object that has been specifically sharpened — ready to cut
indicates suddenness or strong intensity (taste, sound, change)
denotes a pointed shape; figuratively — accentuated or pointed (criticism)
about a person/mind — sharp, quick to understand, perceptive
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How to pronounce острый and what this word means
острый means sharp. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce острый
[ˈostrɨj]
острый translation
sharp
острый examples
Das Messer ist scharf.
острый transcription
[ˈostrɨj], шарп
Questions about this word
острый meaning: what does it mean?
имеет тонкий острый край, способный легко разрезать
острый pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
острый is pronounced as [ˈostrɨj]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
острый definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Das Messer ist scharf. Translation: Нож острый.
Is острый part of Adjectives vocabulary?
Yes, острый (sharp) can be learned in the Adjectives topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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