Ernst?
Serious?
Language note: Used in questions to confirm seriousness.
Culture note: 'Bist du ernst?' is similar to 'are you for real?' in English.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Ernst
[EH-rnst]
serious
Demanding or characterized by careful consideration or application.
Meinst du das ernst?
Are you being serious?
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