gruff

• Beschreibt eine Stimme oder Art einer Person als rau, barsch oder abgehackt, oft mit der Andeutung von Ungeduld oder Unfreundlichkeit.

Describes a person's voice or manner as rough, harsh, or abrupt, often implying a lack of patience or friendliness.

1. Rough or harsh in mannerB2formal

   Having a rough, abrupt, or unfriendly manner, often in speech or behavior.

   Schroff

   • The old man gave a gruff reply to the question.
   • His gruff tone made everyone feel uncomfortable.
   • She tried to be polite, but his gruff attitude put her off.

   Synonymeabruptbluntbrusquechurlishcrustycurtrudeshortsurlytesty

   Antonymecourteousgentlekindmildpleasantsmoothsoftsuavesweettender

2. Deep and rough in soundB2formal

   Describing a voice that is low, rough, and often sounds unfriendly or irritated.

   Raue und tiefe Stimme

   • He spoke in a gruff voice that echoed in the room.
   • The gruff bark of the dog startled the children.
   • Her gruff laugh surprised everyone at the party.

   Synonymegravellyhoarsehuskyraspythroaty

   Antonymecleargentlemelodioussmoothsoftsweet