Cool MateMeaning of Hard
In simple words: Not easy; needing a lot of effort.
Hard in a sentence
- The exam was very hard, and I struggled to answer all the questions.
- She has a hard exterior, but she is kind on the inside.
- It is hard to believe that he finished the project on time.
- The ground was hard after months without rain.
- He works hard every day to provide for his family.
How to use Hard
Used to describe tasks or situations that require great effort or are difficult to understand. It can be used in both formal and informal settings, but may sound more informal in phrases like 'hard as nails'.
Grammar pattern
hard + verb (e.g. work hard)
Memory hint
Think of a 'hard rock' — tough, unyielding, and needing effort to break.
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Collocations with Hard
Synonyms for Hard
Common mistakes with Hard
- 'Hard' often confused with 'hardly', which means 'barely'.
- Using 'hard' where 'hardy' (meaning strong) is intended.
- Misplacing 'hard' in phrasal verbs, e.g., saying 'hard to give up' instead of 'hard to let go'.
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Hard in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
صعب، قاسي
ليس سهلاً؛ يحتاج إلى جهد كبير.
- Bengaliবাংলা
কঠিন, শক্ত
সহজ নয়; অনেক বেশি পরিশ্রমের প্রয়োজন।
- GermanDeutsch
Schwierig, Hart
Nicht einfach; erfordert viel Mühe.
- SpanishEspañol
Difícil, duro
No es fácil; requiere mucho esfuerzo.
- Persianفارسی
سخت، دشوار
کاری که راحت نیست و به تلاش زیادی نیاز دارد.
- FrenchFrançais
Dur, Difficile
Pas facile ; qui demande beaucoup d'efforts.
- Hindiहिन्दी
कठिन
आसान नहीं; बहुत मेहनत की ज़रूरत हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Difficile, Duro, Sodo, Impegnativo
Non facile; che richiede molto sforzo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Difícil, Duro
Não é fácil; que exige muito esforço.
- RussianРусский
Трудный, Сложный, Твердый, Сильный
Нелегко; требует больших усилий.
- Urduاردو
سخت,مشکل,کوشا
آسان نہیں؛ جس میں بہت محنت لگے۔
- Chinese中文
困难的
不容易；需要很多努力。
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Frequently asked questions about Hard
What does Hard mean?
Not easy; needing a lot of effort.
What is the definition of Hard?
difficult to do, understand or answer
How do you use Hard in a sentence?
The exam was very hard, and I struggled to answer all the questions.
Can you give another example of Hard?
She has a hard exterior, but she is kind on the inside.
What are synonyms for Hard?
Common alternatives include tough.
What is the opposite of Hard?
Opposite meanings include easy, soft, gentle.
What words go with Hard?
It commonly pairs with be, look, seem, extremely, fairly, very, be, look, seem, extremely, fairly, very, be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, rock hard.
What are common mistakes when using Hard?
'Hard' often confused with 'hardly', which means 'barely'. Using 'hard' where 'hardy' (meaning strong) is intended. Misplacing 'hard' in phrasal verbs, e.g., saying 'hard to give up' instead of 'hard to let go'.
How do you pronounce Hard?
US: /["/hɑːrd/"]/, UK: /["/hɑːd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Hard?
Used to describe tasks or situations that require great effort or are difficult to understand. It can be used in both formal and informal settings, but may sound more informal in phrases like 'hard as nails'.
What CEFR level is Hard?
"Hard" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.