English–German

“strong” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ʃtaʁk/

Example

Heute ist der Wind stärker als gestern.

Today the wind is stronger than yesterday.

Illustration for stark (strong)

How to say “strong” in German

“Strong” in German is stark.

A force or effect that is powerful enough to be plainly felt or to stand out.

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

Example sentences with stark

Sie hat starke Schmerzen.

She has severe pain.

Tips for using stark

  • English stark often means bare or sharply contrasting, while German stark commonly describes strength, intensity, or a pronounced effect.

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