rough
rough
coarse feel
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rough with Russian translation
rough usage examples
Грубый камень поранил мне ладонь, когда я его поднял.
The rough stone hurt my palm when I picked it up.
Её шарф имеет грубую текстуру, но согревает.
Her scarf has a rough texture but keeps her warm. Example Translation 1:
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rough belongs to the topic "Colors and Materials". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
rough synonyms
What's the difference between rough / rude / bumpy / scratchy / stiff / gritty
It was rude to interrupt her while she was speaking.
having bumps or raised areas; leads to an uneven ride or feel
We drove over a bumpy track.
This sweater is scratchy on my neck.
The fabric felt stiff after washing.
Her hair felt gritty after the windy day at the beach.
The cake had a slightly grainy texture.
capable of wearing away by rubbing; also harsh or brusque in manner
An abrasive cleaner can remove paint.
rough in terrain or appearance but implies toughness and durability
The hikers crossed rugged terrain.
having small raised lumps or nubs, often about fabric
The nubby texture of the blanket felt warm.
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How to pronounce rough and what this word means
rough means rough. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce rough
/ˈrʌf/
rough translation
rough
rough examples
The rough stone hurt my palm when I picked it up.
rough transcription
/ˈrʌf/, /ˈrʌf/
Questions about this word
rough meaning: what does it mean?
coarse feel
rough pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
rough is pronounced as /ˈrʌf/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
rough definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The rough stone hurt my palm when I picked it up. Translation: Грубый камень поранил мне ладонь, когда я его поднял.
Is rough part of Colors and Materials vocabulary?
Yes, rough can be learned in the Colors and Materials topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is rough part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?
Yes, rough can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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