stern
US /stɝːn/
UK /stɝːn/
1.
sévère, strict
having a definite or severe quality or manner
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The teacher gave a stern warning to the noisy students.
Le professeur a donné un avertissement sévère aux élèves bruyants.
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His stern expression showed his disapproval.
Son expression sévère montrait sa désapprobation.
1.
poupe, arrière
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.
Le capitaine se tenait à la poupe du navire, regardant l'horizon.
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The waves crashed against the stern as the boat moved forward.
Les vagues s'écrasaient contre la poupe alors que le bateau avançait.