starrköpfig

pig-headed, stubbornly obstinate

adjective SHTAHR-koep-fikh Rare

Usage Note

starrköpfig describes someone who refuses to change their position even when presented with good reasons. Stronger and more dismissive than stur; used informally or in mild criticism. Antonym: flexibel, nachgiebig.

Examples

"Er war so starrköpfig, dass er jede Hilfe ablehnte."

Natural Translation

He was so pig-headed that he refused every offer of help.

Literal Translation

He was so pig-headed that he every help rejected.

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