die Warze, -n
wart
The German word "Warze" is a noun that means "wart," referring to a small, benign growth on the skin caused by a viral infection, typically by the human papillomavirus (HPV).
It has a related English term "wart," sharing the same meaning. Similar words in German include "Hautwarze" (skin wart), which specifically refers to warts on the skin, or “Hornhaut” (corn/callus) which refers to hard skin formations but not specifically viral in origin.
The difference between "Warze" and "Hornhaut" lies in their causes: while "Warze" is caused by a virus, "Hornhaut" typically results from friction or pressure on the skin.
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Examples
Eine Warze kann manchmal schmerzhaft sein.noun
A wart can sometimes be painful.
Manche Menschen haben eine Warze am Finger.noun
Some people have a wart on their finger.
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