This is the 14996th most frequent German word.
schroffen
"Schroffen" means "rugged" or "craggy" in English, often describing rough, steep terrain or surfaces.
Describes the physical nature emphasizing the unevenness and harshness of cliffs.
Die schroffen Felsen am Meer waren beeindruckend.
The rugged cliffs by the sea were impressive.
Refers to the abrupt and unkind manner of speaking shown in the dialogue.
Seine schroffen Antworten machten das Gespräch schwierig.
His brusque answers made the conversation difficult.
Describes sudden or sharp changes within the context of music transitions.