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“brutal” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/bruˈtaːl/

Example

Der Täter wurde für seine brutale Tat verurteilt.

The perpetrator was sentenced for his brutal act.

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How to say “brutal” in German

“Brutal” in German is brutal.

A hard, crushing force that leaves no room for mercy or softness.

Full entry for brutal: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with brutal

Bei Protesten kam es zu brutaler Gewalt.

There was brutal violence during the protests.

Tips for using brutal

  • German brutal can also be a colloquial intensifier in phrases such as brutal teuer, meaning extremely expensive, not mercilessly expensive.

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