ADJECTIVE
schwer/ʃveːɐ̯/heavy; difficult; severe
schwer is a German adjective that means heavy, difficult, or severe. It is pronounced /ʃveːɐ̯/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "schwerer" and "schwersten".
Definitions
1.having much weight(weight, mass)
a.not light, hard to lift or carry
Der Koffer ist schwer.—The suitcase is heavy.
2.difficult, not easy(difficulty, challenge)
a.requiring much effort or ability
Die Aufgabe ist schwer.—The task is difficult.
3.serious; grave(seriousness, severity)
a.serious in effect or consequence
Er hat eine schwere Krankheit.—He has a serious illness.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | schwer |
|---|---|
| Comparative | schwerer |
| Superlative | schwersten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "schwer" mean in English?
- "schwer" means heavy, difficult, or severe. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "schwer"?
- "schwer" is pronounced /ʃveːɐ̯/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "schwer"?
- The comparative of "schwer" is "schwerer" and the superlative is "schwersten".
- What part of speech is "schwer"?
- "schwer" is a adjective in German.
