nounnoun

der Rasen, –

lawn

Eine Fläche aus dicht gewachsenem, regelmäßig gemähtem Gras, die oft in Gärten oder Parks zu finden ist.

The German word "Rasen" can refer to two primary meanings: first, it is a noun meaning "lawn" or "turf," referring to a grassy area typically in gardens or parks. Second, as a verb ("rasen"), it means "to race" or "to rush."

As a noun, it derives from "Rasen" meaning a blanket of grass. Similar words related to grass or landscaping include "Gras" (grass) and "Rasenfläche" (lawn area).

As a verb, similar terms include "teilen" (to split) and "rennen" (to run).

The distinction is that "Rasen" (as a noun) emphasizes the green, grassy area, while "rasen" (as a verb) focuses on the action of moving quickly or racing.

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Examples

Kinder spielen auf dem Rasen.noun

Children are playing on the lawn.

Der Rasen muss dringend gemäht werden.noun

The lawn urgently needs to be mowed.

Der Rasen ist frisch gemäht.noun

The lawn is freshly mowed.

Der Rasen ist noch nass vom Regen.noun

The lawn is still wet from the rain.

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