bitter/ˈbɪtɐ/bitter; harsh; painful
bitter is a German adjective that means bitter, harsh, or painful. It is pronounced /ˈbɪtɐ/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "bitterer" and "bittersten".
Definitions
1.having a sharp, unpleasant taste, like that of unsweetened grapefruit, hops, or bile(taste)
a.describes food or substances with a strong, unpleasant taste
Die Medizin schmeckt sehr bitter.—The medicine tastes very bitter.
2.causing pain or resentment; hard to accept(emotion or experience)
a.describes experiences, feelings or truths that are hard to bear
Es war eine bittere Enttäuschung für ihn.—It was a bitter disappointment for him.
3.extremely cold or harsh (used mostly with cold, frost, wind, etc.)(climate or conditions)
a.describes weather that is extremely cold or severe
Draußen herrscht bittere Kälte.—It is bitterly cold outside.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | bitter |
|---|---|
| Comparative | bitterer |
| Superlative | bittersten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "bitter" mean in English?
- "bitter" means bitter, harsh, or painful. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "bitter"?
- "bitter" is pronounced /ˈbɪtɐ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "bitter"?
- The comparative of "bitter" is "bitterer" and the superlative is "bittersten".
- What part of speech is "bitter"?
- "bitter" is a adjective in German.
