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sternly

ˈstɜːnli

adverb

surowo

suˈrɔvɔ· przysłówek
Also
srogoostrym tonem
Definition

In a serious and strict manner, often expressing disapproval.

Examples
The teacher sternly told the students to be quiet.
Nauczyciel surowo kazał uczniom być cicho.
He looked at her sternly, demanding an explanation.
Spojrzał na nią srogo, żądając wyjaśnień.
Synonyms
strictlyseverelygravely
Collocations
speak sternlywarn sternlylook sternly
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