Rau Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Rau" is used as adjective with the meaning of "rough", "coarse" or "harsh".

Essential properties of "rau"

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Meanings of "rau" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Not smooth or soft surface/texture"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der raue Stoff kratzte auf der Haut.The rough fabric scratched the skin.
  2. Die raue See machte die Überfahrt schwierig.The rough sea made the crossing difficult.
  3. Seine Hände waren vom Arbeiten rau geworden.His hands had become rough from working.

2.) "Severe weather/climate"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Winter war besonders rau dieses Jahr.The winter was particularly harsh this year.
  2. In den Bergen herrscht ein raues Klima.A harsh climate prevails in the mountains.
  3. Die rauen Winde machten das Wandern anstrengend.The harsh winds made hiking strenuous.

3.) "Tough or unkind behavior/treatment"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Sein Ton war rau und unfreundlich.His tone was gruff and unfriendly.
  2. Er hat eine raue Art, aber ein gutes Herz.He has a rough manner, but a good heart.
  3. Die raue Behandlung schockierte alle.The harsh treatment shocked everyone.
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