die Dusche, –
shower
Ein Ort im Bad, an dem man steht und Wasser über sich laufen lässt, um sich zu waschen.
The German word "Dusche" is a noun that means "shower." It refers to both the act of taking a shower and the apparatus used for showering. The word is derived from the French word "douche," which also means "shower."
Similar words in German include "Brause" (often referring to a showerhead or the stream of water itself) and "Duschkabine" (shower cubicle or booth).
The difference in usage:
- "Brause" can emphasize the water jet and is more specific. While "Dusche" refers to the overall process or equipment.
- "Duschkabine" specifically denotes the enclosed area where one takes a shower.
"Dusche" is the most general term for the concept of a shower in daily use.
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Examples
Die Dusche ist kalt.noun
The shower is cold.
Eine warme Dusche entspannt den Körper.noun
A warm shower relaxes the body.
Unter der Dusche singe ich am besten.noun
I sing best in the shower.
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