corsé

tough, difficult, strong, full-bodied

k ɔ ʁ . s e → corser
adjective Rare #51,138
tough, difficult Often used informally to describe a situation or task that is becoming difficult.
FR: L'examen est corsé.
EN: The exam is tough.
strong, full-bodied Describes a strong-tasting food or drink.
FR: Ce café est corsé.
EN: This coffee is strong.

J'aime pas quand c'est corsé.

I don't like it when it's strong.

— L'Ultime Héritier (2026)

Dans le sens où c'est trop corsé.

In the sense that it’s too strong.

— The Dead Don't Die (2019)

Ça s'annonce corsé pour Geeta.

It’s shaping up to be a tough one for Geeta.

— Dangal (2016)

Ils paient plus si ça devient corsé !

They pay more if things get tough!

— L'Expérience (2001)

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