der Kern, -e
core · seed · pit
Der feste oder wichtigste Teil von etwas, oft in der Mitte.
The German word "Kern" is a noun that means "core" or "nucleus". It can refer to the central or most important part of something, such as an apple core or the core principle of a concept. Similar English words include "center", "heart", and "essence". In a more specialized context, "Kern" can also be used to describe an atomic nucleus.
Make “Kern” part of your vocabulary.
Build your German vocabulary with flashcards, audio and spaced repetition.
Examples
Der Apfel hat einen Kern.noun
The apple has a core.
Ein Kern kann zum neuen Baum heranwachsen.noun
A seed can grow into a new tree.
Manche Früchte besitzen nur einen Kern.noun
Some fruits have only one pit.
Hast du die Kerne der Wassermelone gegessen?noun
Did you eat the seeds of the watermelon?
Wir müssen zum Kern des Problems vordringen.noun
We must get to the core of the problem.
Keep exploring German
Learn words from the content you love.
Add words from websites, books and videos, then remember them with spaced repetition (SRS).
Scan for iPhone & iPad