die Schere, -n
scissors
Ein Werkzeug mit zwei scharfen Klingen, das man mit den Fingern bewegt, um Papier, Stoff oder andere Dinge zu schneiden.
The German word "Schere" is a noun that means "scissors" or "shears". It refers to the tool used for cutting various materials, such as paper, fabric, or hair. The word originates from the Old High German word "scera", meaning "shears".
Similar words in German with slightly different meanings include:
- Schneidwerkzeug: A more general term for any cutting tool, not just scissors.
- Haarschere: Specifically refers to hair scissors.
- Papierschere/blatt Papier if used in an instruction sheet specifically refers to paper scissors.
Differences between "Schere" and similar words:
- "Schneidwerkzeug" is broader, as it pertains to a variety of cutting tools beyond just scissors.
- "Haarschere": It specifies that the scissors are designed for cutting hair, indicating a specific type of scissors, whereas "Schere" can refer to any general-purpose pair of scissors.
- "Papierschere": This term is specific to scissors used for cutting paper and may be constructed to handle paper materials specifically, contrasting with more general use or specialized types of scissors.
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Examples
Die Schere liegt auf dem Tisch.noun
The scissors are lying on the table.
Neben dem Buch liegt eine Schere.noun
Next to the book lies a pair of scissors.
Anna hat eine neue Schere gekauft.noun
Anna bought a new pair of scissors.
Marie sucht ihre Schere.noun
Marie is looking for her scissors.
Die Schere ist im Rucksack.noun
The scissors are in the backpack.
Kannst du mir bitte die Schere geben?noun
Can you please give me the scissors?
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