steif
stiff
Meaning of steif
hart und wenig biegsam; lässt sich schwer verbiegen
hard to bend
Pronunciation
steif with English translation
steif usage examples
Das Brett ist steif.
The board is stiff.
Der Stoff fühlt sich steif an.
The fabric feels stiff.
steif synonyms
What's the difference between steif, hart, fest, starr, and stocksteif
Means "hard" or "firm" in a direct physical sense; often describes a material or surface that is difficult to bend or press.
Often means "firm," "solid," or "tight"; can describe something that holds its shape well, does not wobble, or resists pressure.
Means "rigid," "stiff," or "fixed"; often conveys tension and can describe a rigid posture or gaze.
An emphatic colloquial form meaning "stiff as a board" or "completely rigid"; stresses an extreme degree of stiffness or immobility.
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What does steif mean?
hard to bend
How do you pronounce steif?
steif is pronounced [ʃtaɪ̯f].
How is steif used in a sentence?
The board is stiff. Translation: Das Brett ist steif.
Is steif part of Adjectives vocabulary?
Yes, steif (stiff) can be learned in the Adjectives topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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