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Describes something that happens very strongly, in a concentrated way, thoroughly, or with great effort.
Die Mannschaft bereitet sich mit einem intensiven Training auf das Finale vor.
The team is preparing for the final with intensive training.
'Intensiv' (intensively) can be used as an adverb and then means 'thoroughly', 'with great concentration', or 'with a lot of effort'. It then describes how an action is carried out.
Wir haben das Problem intensiv diskutiert, aber keine Lösung gefunden.
We discussed the problem intensively, but didn't find a solution.
In the meaning of 'thorough' or 'with great effort', 'intensiv' (intensive) is often combined with activities or processes: 'intensives Training' (intensive training), 'intensive Suche' (intensive search), 'intensive Beratung' (intensive consultation), or 'intensive Pflege' (intensive care).
Nach dem Unfall brauchte er intensive Pflege im Krankenhaus.
After the accident, he needed intensive care in the hospital.
When referring to sensory perceptions, 'intensiv' (intense) describes a strong degree of something. Typical combinations are 'intensive Farbe' (intense color), 'intensiver Geschmack' (intense taste), or 'intensiver Geruch' (intense smell).
Dieser Rotwein hat eine intensive Farbe und einen fruchtigen Geschmack.
This red wine has an intense color and a fruity taste.
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'sehr' and 'intensiv' both have to do with a strong effect. 'sehr' simply intensifies another word, for example 'sehr laut' (very loud) or 'sehr wichtig' (very important). 'intensiv' describes the thing itself as strong, thorough, concentrated, or distinct. It fits well with work, training, conversations, colors, smells, or taste. So you are not just saying that something is strong, but that it involves a lot of attention, effort, or a clear effect.
Der Kaffee schmeckt heute besonders intensiv.
The coffee tastes especially intense today.
Meine Mutter freut sich sehr, wenn ich sie am Wochenende besuche.
My mother is very happy when I visit her on the weekend.