rau

/ʁaʊ̯/

adjective B2

der (masc.) die (fem.) das (neut.)

Underline = a spelling pattern that usually signals that gender.

Meaning

Holprig describes a bumpy road or surface specifically; rau is the more general word for a rough texture or surface, not limited to roads.

Hart is the general word for hard, literal or figurative; rau is specifically rough in texture, or harsh in manner.

Kratzig is scratchy, specifically a texture against the skin (wool, stubble); rau is the general word for rough.

Similar in other languages

English

Close — rough relates to harsh.

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Last updated 2026-09-24