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cream
Ein dicker, weicher Teil der Milch, der oben schwimmt und oft zum Kochen oder für Süßes benutzt wird.
The German word "Sahne" is a noun that means "cream" (as in dairy cream). It typically refers to the fatty part of milk that rises to the top and can be skimmed off. "Sahne" can be used to describe various types of cream such as "Schlagsahne" (whipped cream) and "Kaffeesahne" (coffee cream).
Similar words in German include "Rahm" (another term for cream, often used in Switzerland and southern Germany) and "Creme" (cream in the sense of a thick, creamy substance, though this is more broad and can include non-dairy products).
Differences:
- Sahne: Specifically dairy cream, used mainly in cooking and baking.
- Rahm: Synonymous with "Sahne", but used regionally (common in Switzerland and southern Germany).
- Creme: A broader term that can refer to any thick, creamy substance, including cosmetic creams, and both dairy and non-dairy food items.
While "Sahne" is strictly used for the dairy product, "Creme" encompasses a wider range of applications beyond just dairy.
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Examples
Die Sahne schmeckt sehr gut.noun
The cream tastes very good.
Ein Kuchen ohne Sahne ist für mich unvorstellbar.noun
A cake without cream is unimaginable for me.
Zum Kaffee möchten wir etwas Sahne.noun
With the coffee we would like some cream.
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