Blaubeere
The German word for blueberry is Blaubeere.
Blaubeere refers to the fruit known in English as a blueberry.
Meaning: fruit (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The word is a compound of blau (blue) and Beere (berry).
Which one should you use?
While Blaubeere is a common term, Heidelbeere is a very frequent synonym used to refer to the same fruit.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun is feminine and is used with the definite article die. The plural form of Blaubeere is Blaubeeren.
Did you know?
- In some regions of Germany, Blaubeere refers specifically to the wild variety, while Heidelbeere refers to the larger, cultivated variety.
- While Blaubeere is a logical name, many Germans prefer the term Heidelbeere, which comes from an old word for 'heath' or 'moorland' where the fruit grows.
- German describes the staining effect of the fruit using the verb blaufärben, which means to dye something blue.
Examples in context
- Entschuldigen Sie, können Sie mir bitte Heidelbeeren empfehlen?Excuse me, could you please recommend me some blueberries?
- Ich möchte eine Torte mit frischen Blaubeeren bestellen.I would like to order a cake with fresh blueberries.
- Die Blaubeere ist sehr süß.The blueberry is very sweet.
- Möchtest du eine frische Blaubeere?Would you like a fresh blueberry?
Example conversation
Lukas and Sarah are eating breakfast in the kitchen.
- LukasIst die Blaubeere gut?Is the blueberry good?
- SarahJa, sie schmeckt sehr lecker.Yes, it tastes very delicious.
- LukasSoll ich dir noch eine Blaubeere geben?Should I give you another blueberry?
- SarahNein danke, ich bin satt.No thanks, I am full.
