No. 681 in Greek
σκληρή
The Greek word "σκληρή" means "hard" or "tough" in English.
In a sentence
Η σκληρή δουλειά ανταμείβεται.
Hard work is rewarded.
Adjective describing the nature of effort or activity.
Έχει σκληρή επιφάνεια και είναι ανθεκτικό στις γρατσουνιές.
It has a hard surface and is scratch-resistant.
Adjective describing the physical hardness of an object.
Η κριτική της ήταν σκληρή αλλά αληθινή.
Her criticism was harsh but truthful.
Adjective expressing the strict or severe quality of something, often metaphorical.
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