noun
die Zahncreme, -s
toothpaste
Eine Paste oder ein Gel zum Putzen der Zähne. Sie hilft, den Mund sauber zu halten und beugt Schäden vor.
The German word "Zahncreme" is a compound noun made up of two words:
- Zahn — "tooth"
- Creme — "cream"
Zahncreme means toothpaste in English, a paste or gel used to clean teeth.
Similar words include:
- Zahnpasta (toothpaste)
- Zahngel (tooth gel)
Difference:
- Zahncreme and Zahnpasta are synonyms and used interchangeably, though Zahncreme emphasizes the creamy texture.
- Zahngel refers specifically to a gel-like toothpaste, which may have different consistency or formulation.
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Examples
Die Zahncreme ist fast leer.noun
The toothpaste is almost empty.
Eine Tube Zahncreme sollte immer im Badezimmer stehen.noun
A tube of toothpaste should always be in the bathroom.
Zum Zähneputzen benötige ich Zahncreme.noun
I need toothpaste for brushing my teeth.
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