German Word · Intermediate
Schärfe
sharpness
Pronunciation: /ˈʃɛʁfə/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "sharpness".
Example
Freunde exotischer Gerichte verbrennen sich mitunter gehörig den Mund, weil sie die Schärfe falsch einschätzen.
Friends of exotic dishes now and then awfully burn their mouth, because they misjudge the spiciness.
Practice tips
- Practice Schärfe out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.