noun
Kapillare
capillary
The German word "Kapillare" is a noun meaning "capillary".
- It comes from the Latin capillaris, related to capillus meaning "hair," referring to the very thin, hair-like structure.
- In biology, "Kapillare" are the smallest blood vessels connecting arteries and veins.
- In physics or chemistry, it refers to capillary tubes or the phenomenon of capillarity (capillary action).
Similar words
- Blutgefäß (blood vessel)
- Ader (vein)
- Gefäß (vessel)
Differences
"Kapillare" specifically refers to the smallest vessels or tubes capable of feature phenomena like capillary action, whereas "Blutgefäß" and "Ader" are more general terms for blood vessels of varying sizes. "Gefäß" is a very broad term for any vessel or container.
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Examples
Kapillare transportieren Blut durch den Körper.noun
Capillaries transport blood through the body.
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