ADJECTIVE
scharf/ʃaʁf/sharp; spicy; intense
scharf is a German adjective that means sharp, spicy, or intense. It is pronounced /ʃaʁf/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "schärfer" and "schärfsten".
Definitions
1.having a spicy or hot flavor(taste/food)
a.refers to food with a strong, burning taste
Das Curry ist sehr scharf gewürzt.—The curry is very spicy.
2.having an edge or point that can cut or pierce(weapon/object)
a.refers to knives or tools that cut easily
Das Messer ist nicht mehr scharf.—The knife is no longer sharp.
3.clear, intense, or acute(sense/appearance)
a.refers to keen eyesight or hearing
Sie hat ein sehr scharfes Gehör.—She has very sharp hearing.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | scharf |
|---|---|
| Comparative | schärfer |
| Superlative | schärfsten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "scharf" mean in English?
- "scharf" means sharp, spicy, or intense. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "scharf"?
- "scharf" is pronounced /ʃaʁf/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "scharf"?
- The comparative of "scharf" is "schärfer" and the superlative is "schärfsten".
- What part of speech is "scharf"?
- "scharf" is a adjective in German.
