German

The German word for cockroach is Kakerlake. Both Kakerlake and Schabe are used to refer to this type of insect.

The German way to say “bless you” is Gesundheit. When someone sneezes, you say Gesundheit.

The English word ‘cardigan’ can be translated into German as Strickjacke or Cardigan. Both terms refer to a type of sweater.

In German, “pickle” (referring to a preserved cucumber) is Essiggurke.

The German phrase for ‘take’ is nehmen. The verb nehmen is used to express getting hold of something and moving it from one place to another.

The English phrase ‘america’ is translated into German as Amerika. Amerika refers to the landmass consisting of the North and South American continents.

The English phrase thrill can be translated into German as Nervenkitzel. Nervenkitzel is a masculine noun meaning a cause of sudden excitement or a kick.

The German word for squash is Kürbis. Kürbis refers to a fleshy vegetable with a hard skin, such as a pumpkin.

The German phrase for “after you” is nach Ihnen. This phrase is used as a polite invitation for another person to go first.

The English phrase ‘half past seven’ is translated into German as halb acht.