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The German word "Kelch" is a noun that means "chalice" or "goblet". It is often used to describe a large, often ornate drinking vessel, typically used in ceremonial contexts such as religious rituals. The English equivalent would be "chalice" or "goblet".

Similar words in German include:

• Becher (mug or cup): Generally used for everyday drinking vessels, less ornate than a "Kelch".
• Pokal (trophy): Can refer to a trophy cup as well as a type of drinking vessel, often used in celebratory contexts.
• Glas (glass): Refers to more common and modern drinking vessels not specifically tied to ceremonial contexts.

Difference:

• Kelch vs. Becher: A "Kelch" is more ceremonial and ornate, whereas a "Becher" is more utilitarian and for everyday use.
• Kelch vs. Pokal: Both can be ornate, but "Pokal" often references something won as a trophy or used in specific types of celebratory drinking.
• Kelch vs. Glas: "Glas" is a more general term for modern, everyday drinking glasses, whereas "Kelch" retains a sense of formality and history.