Also means
grooved (of a surface)
Usage Note
Gefurcht describes deep grooves or lines cut into a surface — a farmer's forehead after years in the sun, ploughed soil, or eroded rock. It conveys greater depth than runzelig and often implies weathering or long effort.
Examples
"Das gefurchte Gesicht des alten Mannes erzählte von einem harten Leben."
Natural Translation
The furrowed face of the old man told of a hard life.
Literal Translation
The furrowed face of the old man told of a hard life.
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Related Words
- abgekämpft battle-worn, exhausted and haggard
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- auffallend striking, conspicuous, eye-catching
- auffällig conspicuous, striking
- bereift frosted, covered with hoarfrost
- bestäubt dusted, covered with a fine powder
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