NOUN

dieStrenge/ˈʃtʁɛŋə/strictness; severity; rigor

Strenge is a German noun that means strictness, severity, or rigor. It is pronounced /ˈʃtʁɛŋə/. As a noun it takes the article "die".

Definitions

1.strictness or severity in attitude or action(behavior; quality)

a.the quality of being strict or uncompromising

Die Strenge ihres Lehrers war allen Schülern bekannt.—The strictness of their teacher was known to all the students.

b.harsh or stern handling; rigor

Die Strenge des Winters überraschte viele Menschen.—The severity of the winter surprised many people.

Declension

Genderfeminine

SingularPlural
Nominativedie Strenge—
Genitiveder Strenge—
Dativeder Strenge—
Accusativedie Strenge—

Frequently asked questions

What does "Strenge" mean in English?
"Strenge" means strictness, severity, or rigor. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Strenge"?
"Strenge" is pronounced /ˈʃtʁɛŋə/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Strenge" der, die, or das?
"Strenge" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
What part of speech is "Strenge"?
"Strenge" is a noun in German.

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