Erdbeeren
The German word for strawberries is Erdbeeren.
Erdbeeren refers to small, red, sweet fruits that grow on low plants.
What does it mean word for word?
The word Erdbeeren is a compound of Erde (meaning earth or soil) and Beeren (meaning berries).
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular form is Erdbeere.
Did you know?
- The German word Erde in Erdbeere is the same root used in Erdgeschoss, the word for the ground floor of a building.
- In Germany, it is a traditional seasonal custom to enjoy Erdbeeren with Sahne (whipped cream) and Zucker (sugar) as a specific treat during the early summer months.
- While Erdbeeren literally translates to 'earth berries', they are not technically berries in a botanical sense, unlike the 'true berries' like currants.
Examples in context
- Wo sind die Erdbeeren?Where are the strawberries?This sentence is useful for asking about the location of the Erdbeeren.Tatoeba #5485910 by brauchinet, translation #5485597 by CK
- Ißt du diese Erdbeeren?Are you going to eat these strawberries?This sentence is useful for asking if someone is going to eat these Erdbeeren.Tatoeba #12670630 by Waldelfe, translation #9757186 by CK
- Ich mag keine Erdbeeren.I don't like strawberries.This sentence is useful for expressing a dislike for Erdbeeren.Tatoeba #14016545 by Waldelfe, translation #13347648 by cost_
- Entschuldigen Sie, hätten Sie vielleicht Erdbeeren?Excuse me, do you happen to have strawberries?
- Ich habe gestern Beeren gekauft, darunter auch Erdbeeren.Yesterday, I bought some berries, including strawberries.
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Example conversation
In a kitchen, making a dessert.
- SarahSind die Erdbeeren schon süß?Are the strawberries sweet already?
- FelixJa, sie schmecken sehr gut.Yes, they taste very good.
- SarahDann schneide ich sie schnell.Then I will cut them quickly.
- FelixGut, ich helfe dir dabei.Good, I will help you with that.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
