Knoblauch
/ˈknoːpˌlaʊ̯x/masculine
Garlic in German is Knoblauch.
Knoblauch refers to the garlic plant.
Meaning: plant (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
To indicate possession, such as saying "the garlic's scent", add an -s to the end of the word to form Knoblauchs. Knoblauch is a masculine noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈknoːpˌlaʊ̯x/
Did you know?
- The German word for leek, Lauch, is used as a slang term for a person who is perceived as weak or lacking strength.
- The word Knoblauch actually comes from a term meaning 'clove-leek'.
- In German folklore, Knoblauch was traditionally believed to ward off vampires and evil spirits, similar to beliefs in other European cultures.
Examples in context
- Ich mag Knoblauch sehr.I really like garlic.This sentence is useful for expressing a strong liking for Knoblauch.Tatoeba #10024656 by wolfgangth, translation #4499916 by CK
- Ich mag Knoblauch nicht.I don't like garlic.This sentence is useful for expressing a dislike for Knoblauch.Tatoeba #6891918 by Esperantostern, translation #10123763 by ddnktr
- Knoblauch ist kein Obst.Garlic is not a fruit.This sentence is useful for clarifying that Knoblauch is not a fruit.Tatoeba #11145214 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #11142633 by carlosalberto
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Example conversation
In a kitchen while preparing a meal.
- SarahBrauchen wir noch Knoblauch?Do we still need garlic?
- JulianJa, wir haben keinen Knoblauch mehr.Yes, we don't have any garlic left.
- SarahIch hole schnell neuen Knoblauch.I'll quickly get some new garlic.
- JulianDanke, das wäre toll.Thanks, that would be great.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “garlic” translations and entries Knoblauch, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Knoblauch, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
