stern
Aussprache: [stɜrn]
Wort
Kontext: „personality“
(adjective) when someone is serious and strict. If a teacher is stern, they don't joke around, and they expect you to follow the rules.
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The stern teacher helped the students understand the importance of following directions.
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My friend thought the clown was going to be stern, but he was actually really funny.
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Why did the coach have a stern look on his face during the game?
Kontext: „appearance“
(adjective) when something looks harsh or severe. A stern face might look very serious and not very friendly.
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She had a stern expression, which made everyone take her seriously.
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The sunny day did not have a stern atmosphere; it felt very cheerful instead.
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What does a stern face usually mean in a photo?
Kontext: „parts of a ship“
(noun) the back part of a ship or boat. If you're standing at the stern, you're at the end of the vessel.
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We watched the sunset from the stern of the boat.
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You can't fish from the bow if you really want to be at the stern instead.
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Where is the stern located on a ship?
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