gruffness

Translations

gruffnessnoun
gruffnesses
pl
Despite his gruffness, he had a kind heart and often helped those in need.
Malgré sa rudesse, il avait un cœur bon et aidait souvent ceux qui en avaient besoin.
brusquerieS’emploie surtout pour un ton ou une manière de parler sèche et abrupte.
The gruffness in his voice made it clear that he was not in the mood for jokes.
La brusquerie dans sa voix montrait clairement qu’il n’était pas d’humeur à plaisanter.

Definitions

gruffnessnoun
The quality of being rough or stern in manner or speech.
Despite his gruffness, he had a kind heart and often helped those in need.
A harsh or brusque tone of voice.
The gruffness in his voice made it clear that he was not in the mood for jokes.