stroef
awkward; stiff; not flowing smoothly
Intermediate Adjective
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Pronunciation
/struf/
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Cultural Note
Stroef is often used for conversation, cooperation, or a relationship dynamic that feels tense or unnatural.
📝 Example Sentences
Het gesprek liep in het begin wat stroef.
The conversation was a bit awkward at first.
Na die ruzie voelde de sfeer nog steeds stroef.
After that argument, the atmosphere still felt stiff.
📊 Adjective Forms
| Gender | Form |
|---|---|
| base | stroef |
| comparative | stroever |
| superlative | het stroefst |