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    Âpre (en. Harsh)

    [apʁ]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Having a strong and unpleasant flavor.
    The wine was harsh, hard to appreciate.
    Le vin était âpre, difficile à apprécier.
    Figuratively: Rough, hostile.
    The negotiations were harsh and tense.
    Les négociations ont été âpres et tendues.
    Causing a sensation of irritation.
    The harsh smell of manure was uncomfortable.
    L’odeur âpre du fumier était incommodante.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'asper', meaning 'rough'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in a harsh manner
    In a severe or rough way.
    d'une manière âpre
    harsh situation
    A difficult or tense situation.
    situation âpre
    harsh taste
    An unpleasant, biting taste.
    goût âpre

    Related Words

    harshness
    Quality of what is harsh, rough, or difficult.
    âpreté
    rough
    An old term meaning rough or harsh.
    asper
    acrid
    Having a biting taste or smell.
    âcre

    Slang Meanings

    Used to describe a person with a difficult mood.
    She's really harsh today, don't talk to her.
    Elle est vraiment âpre aujourd'hui, ne lui parle pas.
    Used to describe a severe critique.
    Her article on the film was harsh.
    Son article sur le film était âpre.