Rau
Example: Die rauen Steine sind schwer zu tragen.
Definition
"Rau" describes a surface that is rough or uneven to the touch, often causing discomfort or difficulty when handled. For example, "Die rauen Steine sind schwer zu tragen" means stones that are not smooth and hard to carry due to their coarse texture.
Etymology
The word "rau" comes from Old High German "rūa," meaning rough or coarse. It is related to similar words in other Germanic languages, reflecting a long history of describing textures that are not smooth. Did you know that "rau" has preserved its basic meaning for over a thousand years?
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"Rau" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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