noun
die Vase, -n
vase
Ein Gefäß aus Glas, Keramik oder Metall, in das man Blumen stellt.
The German word "Vase" is a noun that means "vase" in English—a container, typically made of glass, ceramic, or metal, used for holding cut flowers or as a decoration.
- It is directly borrowed from Latin vasa (plural of vas), meaning "container" or "vessel."
- The word is standalone and not a compound, so no further breakdown is necessary.
Similar words:
- Blumenvase (flower vase) – more specific, usually for flowers.
- Gefäß (vessel/container) – more general, can mean any kind of container.
Differences:
- "Vase" specifically refers to decorative or flower-holding containers.
- "Gefäß" is more technical or broad and can refer to any vessel, not necessarily decorative or for plants.
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Examples
Die Vase steht auf dem Tisch.noun
The vase is on the table.
Eine Vase kann das Zimmer verschönern.noun
A vase can beautify the room.
Auf dem Tisch befindet sich eine Vase mit frischen Blumen.noun
On the table, there is a vase with fresh flowers.
Die Vase enthält frische Blumen.noun
The vase contains fresh flowers.
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