stern

US /stɝːn/
UK /stɝːn/
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streng, ernst

having a definite or severe quality or manner

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The teacher gave a stern warning to the noisy students.
Der Lehrer gab den lauten Schülern eine strenge Warnung.
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His stern expression showed his disapproval.
Sein strenger Ausdruck zeigte seine Missbilligung.
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Heck, Achterschiff

the rear part of a ship or boat

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The captain stood at the stern of the ship, gazing at the horizon.
Der Kapitän stand am Heck des Schiffes und blickte zum Horizont.
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The waves crashed against the stern as the boat moved forward.
Die Wellen schlugen gegen das Heck, während das Boot vorwärts fuhr.
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