How to Say ‘Oh, that's tough!’ in German
Oh, das ist schwer!
oh dahs ist shvayr
[oh dahs ist shvayr]
Phrase Breakdown
Oh, das
oh dahs
Oh, that
'Oh' is a long, pure 'o' with no glide. Pause briefly before 'das'.
Oh, das ist schön!
Oh, that's nice!
Words in this phrase
Oh
[oh]
oh
Exclamation of surprise.
Oh, wie schön!
Oh, how nice!
das
[dahs]
that; it
Refers back to a previous statement or situation, often translated as 'that' or 'it.'
Das hat einen positiven Eindruck hinterlassen.
That left a positive impression.
ist schwer!
ist shvayr
is difficult!
Begin 'schwer' with 'shv' and stretch the long 'e'.
Der Koffer ist schwer!
The suitcase is heavy!
Words in this phrase
ist
[ist]
is
A form of the verb 'sein' used for singular subjects.
Für viele Bewerber Ist ein gutes Teamklima entscheidend.
For many applicants, a good team climate is crucial.
schwer
[shvayr]
difficult
Can mean 'hard' as well as 'heavy'.
Die Prüfung ist schwer.
The exam is difficult.
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