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bold / brash
Describes a person or manner that is very energetic, direct, and determined, sometimes in a way that may be perceived as somewhat pushy or undiplomatic.
Mit ihrer forschen Art setzte sie sich in der Besprechung schnell durch.
With her bold manner, she quickly asserted herself in the meeting.
'Forsch' (bold/brash) can stand as an adjective before a noun or as an adverb describing a verb. As an adverb, it remains unchanged.
Der Journalist stellte eine forsche Frage.
The journalist asked a bold question.
The word is ambivalent. It can be positive in the sense of 'entschlossen' (determined), but it often has a slightly negative undertone and can be perceived as 'aufdringlich' (pushy) or 'respektlos' (disrespectful).
Sein forscher Ton gefiel dem Chef überhaupt nicht.
The boss did not like his brash tone at all.
Common combinations are 'eine forsche Art haben' (to have a bold/brash manner), 'forsch auftreten' (to come across boldly), 'eine forsche Antwort geben' (to give a bold/brash answer), or 'eine forsche Forderung stellen' (to make a bold/brash demand).
Er ist für seine forsche Art bekannt, aber er ist immer ehrlich.
He is known for his bold manner, but he is always honest.
certain / specific
Bestimmt describes a clear and firm manner. Forsch also conveys determination and directness, but can additionally be perceived as too energetic, pushy, or undiplomatic. Bestimmt fits matter-of-fact firmness, while for auffallend energische Direktheit (noticeably forceful directness), forsch is more appropriate.
Die Kundin verlangte so forsch eine Erklärung, dass der Mitarbeiter überrascht war.
The customer demanded an explanation so forcefully that the employee was surprised.
Die Kundin verlangte bestimmt eine Erklärung für den Fehler.
The customer firmly demanded an explanation for the error.
