Fruchtfleisch
/ˈfʁʊxtˌflaɪ̯ʃ/neuter
The English phrase 'pulp' (referring to the center of a fruit) is translated into German as Fruchtfleisch. Wiktionary also lists Fleisch and Fruchtinnere.
Meaning: center of a fruit (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Fruchtfleisch | /ˈfʁʊxtˌflaɪ̯ʃ/ | neuter |
| Fleisch | /flaɪ̯ʃ/ | neuter |
| Fruchtinnere | neuter |
The most common and natural way to refer to the edible pulp of a fruit is Fruchtfleisch.
What does it mean word for word?
The word Fruchtfleisch is a compound of Frucht (fruit) and Fleisch (flesh/meat).
Which one should you use?
While Fleisch can mean meat in a culinary context, when used in the context of fruit, it refers specifically to the pulp or fleshy part.
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈfʁʊxtˌflaɪ̯ʃ/
Did you know?
- The word Fleisch is used for the pulp of fruits and the center of vegetables like cucumbers or zucchinis. This treats the interior of a vegetable as 'meat' as well.
- If a fruit is too pulpy or fibrous, a German speaker might describe the Konsistenz as breiig, which means 'porridge-like'.
- In German, the word Fleisch is used in the expression aus Fleisch und Blut, meaning 'made of flesh and blood'. This emphasizes the biological substance over the culinary meaning.
Examples in context
- Die orange Frucht hat einen weichen Fruchtbrei.The orange fruit has a soft fruit pulp.
- Das Fruchtfleisch der Orange ist sehr süß.The pulp of the orange is very sweet.
- Möchtest du das Fruchtfleisch der Melone?Would you like the pulp of the melon?
- Das Fruchtfleisch dieser Pfirsiche ist weich.The pulp of these peaches is soft.
Example conversation
Laura and Maximilian are eating a fruit salad in the kitchen.
- LauraDieses Fruchtfleisch schmeckt wirklich gut, Maximilian.This pulp tastes really good, Maximilian.
- MaximilianJa, die Früchte sind sehr reif.Yes, the fruits are very ripe.
- LauraSoll ich dir noch etwas geben?Should I give you some more?
- MaximilianNein danke, ich bin satt.No thanks, I am full.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “pulp” translations and entries Fruchtfleisch, Fleisch, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
