noun

der Trieb, -e

shoot

The German word "Trieb" is a noun meaning "drive," "urge," or "instinct."

It denotes an internal impulse or strong natural desire, often related to basic needs or motivations (e.g., sexual drive, survival instinct).
The word is standalone and not compounded here.

Similar words:

Differences:

Trieb is more about innate biological or psychological impulses.
Drang emphasizes a strong urge or longing, sometimes more emotional.
Instinkt refers specifically to natural, often inherited behaviors.
Antrieb focuses on motivation or propulsion, sometimes broader and less innate than "Trieb."

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Der Trieb der Pflanze wächst jedes Jahr.noun

The shoot of the plant grows every year.

Die jungen Triebe des Strauchs wurden im Frühjahr geschnitten.noun

The young shoots of the shrub were pruned in spring.

Durch den regenreichen Sommer sprossen viele neue Triebe.noun

Due to the rainy summer, many new shoots sprouted.

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