adjective
strong, powerful
A2
Stark: an adjective meaning 'strong' and 'powerful' (gradable). Common forms: stärker (comparative), am stärksten (superlative). No specific preposition. It’s regular as an adjective, not a participle. Can modify nouns and appear in comparisons; describes physical strength, intensity, or stark contrast.
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Obwohl der Wind stark war, fuhr der Zug pünktlich, weil die Mitarbeiter schnell arbeiteten.
Although the wind was strong, the train ran on time because the staff worked quickly.
Das Unternehmen hat einen starken Einfluss auf den Markt.
The company has a powerful influence on the market.
Er ist sehr stark und kann die Kiste alleine tragen.
He is very strong and can carry the box by himself.
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Picture a superhero labeled 'stark' lifting a heavy object effortlessly
sounds like 'stark' English 'stark' — remember the same sense of strength
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Common basic adjective. Irregular comparative/superlative (Umlaut in comparative).