noun

die Bohne, -n

bean

Ein kleines, meist längliches Samenkorn, das als Nahrung dient und von bestimmten Pflanzen wächst.

The German word "Bohne" is a noun meaning "bean". It refers to the edible seed of various plants, commonly used as food. The word itself stands alone and is not a compound.

Similar words:

  • Erbse (pea) — another type of legume.
  • Linse (lentil).
  • Kichererbse (chickpea).

Difference:
While all these are types of pulses or legumes, "Bohne" specifically refers to beans (like kidney beans, green beans), generally larger and different in shape compared to peas or lentils.

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Examples

Die Bohne wächst schnell im Garten.noun

The bean grows quickly in the garden.

Jede Bohne liegt auf dem Tisch.noun

Every bean is lying on the table.

Jede Bohne liegt auf dem Teller.noun

Every bean lies on the plate.

Die Bohne schmeckt lecker.noun

The bean tastes delicious.

In der Tasse schwimmt eine Bohne.noun

In the cup, a bean is floating.

Eine Bohne fällt vom Tisch.noun

A bean falls from the table.

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