noun
Garbe
sheaf
Mehrere Halme von Getreide, die zusammengebunden sind.
The German word "Garbe" is a noun meaning "sheaf", referring to a bundle of grain stalks tied together after harvesting.
- Made of the root word "Grab" meaning "grave" (not relevant here as "Garbe" is an independent noun).
- In this context, "Garbe" stands alone and is related specifically to agriculture.
Similar words:
- "Bündel" (bundle)
- "Strauß" (bouquet or bunch)
- "Scheit" (log or stick bundle)
Difference:
- "Garbe" specifically refers to a tied bundle of harvested cereal crops.
- "Bündel" and "Strauß" are more general terms for any kind of bundle or bunch of objects (e.g., flowers, sticks).
- "Scheit" is used more for wood pieces than for crops.
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Examples
Die Frau hält eine Garbe Weizen in der Hand.noun
The woman is holding a sheaf of wheat in her hand.
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