ADJECTIVE
schwer/ʃveːɐ̯/heavy; difficult; serious (of a condition)
schwer is a German adjective that means heavy, difficult, or serious (of a condition). It is pronounced /ʃveːɐ̯/. Its comparative and superlative forms are "schwerer" and "schwersten".
Definitions
1.having much weight; heavy(weight, physical)
a.of great weight, hard to lift or move
Der Koffer ist sehr schwer.—The suitcase is very heavy.
2.difficult to do or understand(degree of difficulty)
a.not easy; requiring much effort or skill
Die Aufgabe ist ziemlich schwer.—The task is quite difficult.
3.serious or severe (of a condition, illness, or loss)(seriousness, intensity)
a.grave; severe in impact or condition
Er hat eine schwere Krankheit.—He has a serious illness.
Adjective Forms
| Positive | schwer |
|---|---|
| Comparative | schwerer |
| Superlative | schwersten |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "schwer" mean in English?
- "schwer" means heavy, difficult, or serious (of a condition). It is a German adjective.
- How do you pronounce "schwer"?
- "schwer" is pronounced /ʃveːɐ̯/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What are the comparative and superlative of "schwer"?
- The comparative of "schwer" is "schwerer" and the superlative is "schwersten".
- What part of speech is "schwer"?
- "schwer" is a adjective in German.
