No. 14,671 in German
mühsame
The German word "mühsame" translates to "arduous" or "tedious" in English.
In a sentence
Die mühsame Arbeit dauerte den ganzen Tag.
The arduous task lasted the entire day.
In this sentence, 'mühsame' is used as an adjective to describe the nature of the work as being tiresome or requiring significant effort.
Wir hatten eine mühsame Diskussion über komplizierte Themen.
We had a laborious discussion about complex topics.
Here, 'mühsame' characterizes the discussion, suggesting that it was challenging and required focused effort to navigate.
Es war eine mühsame Reise durch das Gebirge.
It was a strenuous journey through the mountains.
This usage of 'mühsame' depicts the travel as demanding, likely involving physical exertion and challenges.
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