der Baum, ¨-e
tree
Eine große Pflanze mit einem dicken Stamm aus Holz, Ästen und Blättern, die oft viele Jahre lebt.
The German word "Baum" is a noun that means "tree". It refers to perennial plants typically having a single stem or trunk growing to a considerable height and bearing lateral branches at some distance from the ground. The word "Baum" is used to describe all kinds of trees, whether they are fruit trees, ornamental trees, or forest trees.
Words with similar meanings include "Gehölz" (shrubs or small trees), "Holz" (wood or timber), and "Pflanze" (plant). However, each has a specific aspect related to plants: "Gehölz" does not exclude low bushes, "Holz" refers to the material aspects rather than the living tree, and "Pflanze" is a general term for all plants, not specifically trees.
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Examples
Der Baum steht im Garten.noun
The tree is standing in the garden.
Ein großer Baum wächst im Park.noun
A large tree grows in the park.
Hinter dem Haus steht ein Baum.noun
Behind the house stands a tree.
Der Baum hat viele grüne Blätter.noun
The tree has many green leaves.
Ein alter Baum wächst vor dem Haus.noun
An old tree grows in front of the house.
Ein alter Baum hat viele Blätter.noun
An old tree has many leaves.
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