ernst

B1 Adjective

English Translation

serious

ernst — German adjective meaning serious (B1)
ernst — German word reference | DeuTale

What does „ernst" mean in English?

„ernst" is a German adjective meaning "serious" in English. CEFR Level B1 — Goethe-Institut official vocabulary.

Example Sentences

1

Der starke Verkehr ist ein ernstes Problem.

The heavy traffic is a serious problem.

CEFR Level

B1

Intermediate — main points on familiar topics, travel, and interests.

This word is part of the official Goethe-Institut B1 vocabulary list.

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