Dictionary entryCEFR B1adjective
harsh
IPA pronunciation: /hɑːʃ/
Listen to the pronunciationRussian meaning
суровый, резкий, жёсткий
English definition
Unpleasantly rough or severe, especially in weather, conditions, or treatment.
Example
The harsh winter made travel difficult.
Collocations
- harsh weather
- harsh criticism
- harsh reality
- harsh punishment
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