die Erdbeere, -n
strawberry
Eine kleine rote Frucht mit süßem Geschmack. Sie hat oft kleine Punkte außen und wächst nah über dem Boden.
The German word "Erdbeere" is a noun meaning "strawberry".
It is made up of two words:
- "Erd" (related to "Erde") meaning "earth" or "soil"
- "Beere" meaning "berry"
So, "Erdbeere" literally translates to "earth berry," referring to the fruit that grows close to the ground.
Similar words:
- "Himbeere" (raspberry)
- "Brombeere" (blackberry)
- "Johannisbeere" (currant)
Difference: While all are berries, "Erdbeere" specifically refers to the strawberry, recognizable by its appearance and taste, whereas the others refer to different fruits with unique flavors and growing habits.
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Examples
Meine Tochter mag diese Erdbeere.noun
My daughter likes this strawberry.
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