CEFR B2

raspy

Translation

かすれた / しゃがれた / ざらざらした

Meaning

Having a rough, grating, or harsh sound, often caused by irritation or dryness in the throat.

Examples

  • She woke up with a raspy cough that made it difficult to talk.
    She woke up with a raspy cough that made it difficult to talk.
  • The old man spoke in a low, raspy whisper that sounded like dry leaves rustling.
    The old man spoke in a low, raspy whisper that sounded like dry leaves rustling.