Kalzium
/ˈkaltsi̯ʊm/neuter
The English word "calcium" is translated into German as Kalzium. It is also spelled Calcium.
Meaning: chemical element of atomic number 20 (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Kalzium | /ˈkaltsi̯ʊm/ | neuter |
| Calcium | neuter, alternative form |
Kalzium refers to the chemical element with atomic number 20.
Which one should you use?
Kalzium is the standard German spelling, whereas Calcium is an alternative spelling frequently used in scientific contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
Both Kalzium and Calcium are neuter nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈkaltsi̯ʊm/
Did you know?
- The German word for 'calcium' is closely related to Kalk, which refers to lime or limestone, reflecting the element's natural occurrence in these minerals.
- German speakers often use the word Kalk to describe the white mineral buildup in kettles or pipes, a phenomenon known in English as 'limescale'.
- If a German speaker mentions Kalkhaltiges Wasser, they are referring to 'hard water' containing high levels of Kalzium.
Examples in context
- In Milch ist viel Calcium.Milk is a good source of calcium.This sentence shows how to express that milk contains calcium using Calcium.Tatoeba #6051329 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #5940846 by Hybrid
- Kalzium ist kein Alkalimetall.Calcium is not an alkali metal.This sentence provides a scientific statement about Kalzium.Tatoeba #12362843 by Yorwba, translation #4462487 by mervert1
- Milch ist auch reich an Kalzium.Milk is also rich in calcium.This sentence shows how to say milk is rich in Kalzium.Tatoeba #760492 by Esperantostern, translation #13020541 by rul
- In verschiedenen Lebensmitteln ist Calcium enthalten.Calcium is present in various foods.
- Kalzium spielt eine wichtige Rolle im Körper.Calcium plays an important role in the body.
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Example conversation
Julian and Julia are discussing their diet at the kitchen table.
- JulianBrauchst du mehr Kalzium?Do you need more calcium?
- JuliaJa, ich esse mehr Joghurt für das Kalzium.Yes, I am eating more yogurt for the calcium.
- JulianDas ist eine gute Idee.That is a good idea.
- JuliaDu hast recht, Julian.You are right, Julian.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “calcium” translations and entries Kalzium, Calcium, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
