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“hardness” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/duˈɾeθa/

Example

¿Has notado la dureza de este pan?

Have you noticed the hardness of this bread?

Illustration for dureza (hardness)

How to say “hardness” in Spanish

“Hardness” in Spanish is dureza.

Resistance to deformation or external pressure.

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

Example sentences with dureza

La dureza de su respuesta sorprendió a todos.

The harshness of his reply surprised everyone.

Tips for using dureza

  • Spanish contrasts estar duro for a temporary physical state (especially food) with ser duro or mostrar dureza for a person's firmness or a strict policy.

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