English–German
“serious” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/ɛɐ̯nst/
Example
Er ist ernst.
He is serious.
How to say “serious” in German
“Serious” in German is ernst.
A matter-of-fact attitude that sets jokes aside and gives an issue full attention.
Example sentences with ernst
Wenn du es ernst meinst, fang jetzt an.
If you mean it, start now.
Tips for using ernst
- The noun "der Ernst" is capitalized, as in "Das ist mein Ernst," meaning that the statement is meant seriously.
Other German words for “serious”
Das ist ein wichtiger Fehler.
This is a serious mistake.
Die Lage ist kritisch.
The situation is serious.
Das hat gravierende Folgen.
That has serious consequences.
Dieses Problem ist schwerwiegender als gedacht.
This problem is more serious than anticipated.