strengeren
Translation
stricter, more severe, more rigorous
Examples
Wir brauchen strengere Regeln.
We need stricter rules.
Er folgt einem strengeren Plan.
He follows a stricter plan.
Der Lehrer ist jetzt noch strenger.
The teacher is even stricter now.
Grammar Patterns
((Adjective)) ((Noun)) as an adjective preceding a noun Wir brauchen strengere Regeln.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rigid, severe; Antonyms: easygoing, lenient
Etymology
Derived from Old High German 'strenc,' meaning 'stiff' or 'strong.' It shares a root with the English word 'strong.'
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'strong' and 'strange' teacher who is very 'streng' (strict).