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Refers to a person who demands strong discipline, consistently enforces rules, and is not very lenient.
Unsere Mathelehrerin ist sehr streng, aber wir lernen viel bei ihr.
Our math teacher is very strict, but we learn a lot from her.
strict
Refers to rules, laws, or requirements that must be followed exactly and allow no exceptions.
Für den Zutritt zum Sicherheitsbereich gelten strenge Vorschriften.
Strict regulations apply for access to the security area.
strong
Describes an intense smell or taste, often perceived as sharp or unpleasant.
Der alte Käse hat einen ziemlich strengen Geruch.
The old cheese has a rather strong smell.
strict
Indicates very exact and consistent adherence to a religious, political, or ideological doctrine.
Er lebt nach streng veganen Prinzipien und isst keinerlei tierische Produkte.
He lives by strictly vegan principles and doesn't eat any animal products.
In this meaning, 'streng' (strict) often describes people with authority. Typical combinations are 'strenge Eltern' (strict parents), 'ein strenger Lehrer' (a strict teacher), or 'ein strenger Chef' (a strict boss).
Mein Vater war sehr streng, als ich ein Kind war.
My father was very strict when I was a child.
When it comes to regulations, 'streng' (strict) is frequently used. For example, people speak of 'strengen Regeln' (strict rules), 'strengen Gesetzen' (strict laws), or 'strengen Kontrollen' (strict checks).
Am Flughafen gibt es strenge Sicherheitskontrollen.
There are strict security checks at the airport.
To describe an intense, often sharp smell or taste, 'streng' (strong) is used. For example, you say that something 'riecht streng' (smells strong) or has a 'strengen Geschmack' (strong taste).
Manche Käsesorten riechen sehr streng.
Some types of cheese smell very strong.
In connection with a lifestyle or diet, 'streng' (strict) means that it is followed consistently. Typical expressions are 'streng vegetarisch leben' (to live strictly vegetarian), 'streng gläubig sein' (to be devoutly religious), or 'eine strenge Diät halten' (to follow a strict diet).
Seit einem Jahr lebt sie streng vegan.
She has been living strictly vegan for a year.
hard
„Hart“ and „streng“ can both describe an unforgiving attitude or judgment. „Streng“ emphasizes the consistent application of rules and standards, while „hart“ focuses more on the lack of leniency and its effect. Choose „streng“ when clear rules are involved and „hart“ when the perceived harshness is the focus.
Das Urteil des Richters war streng, weil er die Regeln konsequent anwendete.
The judge's ruling was strict because he applied the rules consistently.
Das Urteil des Richters war hart und traf die Familie schwer.
The judge's ruling was harsh and hit the family hard.
