ADJECTIVE
ernst/ɛʁnst/serious; grave; earnest
ernst is a German adjective that means serious, grave, or earnest. It is pronounced /ɛʁnst/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "ernster" and "ernstesten".
Definitions
1.not playful, showing seriousness or sincerity(attitude or behavior)
a.not joking, sincere in manner or action
Das ist ein ernstes Gespräch, bitte höre gut zu.—This is a serious conversation, please listen carefully.
b.serious-minded, earnest in character
Sie ist ein sehr ernster Mensch.—She is a very earnest person.
2.grave, of important or worrying nature(situation or matters)
a.serious (not harmless or trivial)
Die Lage ist ernst.—The situation is serious.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | ernst |
|---|---|
| Comparative | ernster |
| Superlative | ernstesten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "ernst" mean in English?
- "ernst" means serious, grave, or earnest. It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "ernst"?
- "ernst" is pronounced /ɛʁnst/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "ernst"?
- The comparative of "ernst" is "ernster" and the superlative is "ernstesten".
- What part of speech is "ernst"?
- "ernst" is a adjective in German.
