What does "severo" mean in English?

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Spanish

severo

English

severe

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Alternative translations of "severo"

strict
harsh
stern
grave

Examples of how to use "severo" in Spanish

Spanish
Recibió un castigo muy severo.
English
He received a very severe punishment.
Spanish
El invierno fue especialmente severo este año.
English
The winter was especially harsh this year.
Spanish
El profesor tuvo un castigo severo para ellos.
English
The teacher gave them a severe punishment.
Spanish
Sufrió un dolor severo en la pierna.
English
He suffered a severe pain in his leg.
Spanish
La crítica fue breve pero severo y clara.
English
The critique was brief but harsh and clear.

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Recibió un castigo muy severo.

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