Walnuss
/ˈvalˌnʊs/feminine
The English word walnut is translated into German as Walnuss.
Walnuss is a feminine noun referring to the nut itself. If you are referring specifically to the edible part inside the shell, the term Walnusskern is often used. Additionally, the term dunkelbraune Farbe can be used to describe a walnut-colored shade.
Meaning: nut (noun)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural of Walnuss is Walnüsse.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈvalˌnʊs/
Did you know?
- The word Walnuss contains a hidden reference to outsiders, as it derives from an ancient term for 'foreign' or 'stranger'.
- In German folklore and traditional medicine, the Walnuss is often associated with the brain because of the similar shape of the Walnusskern.
Examples in context
- Der Baum am Fluss ist ein Walnussbaum.The tree by the river is a walnut tree.This sentence shows how to use Walnuss in the context of a walnut tree.Tatoeba #12639618 by mhr, translation #13585322 by sundown
- Dieser Baum am Fluss ist ein Walnussbaum.That tree by the river is a walnut tree.Tatoeba #12639621 by mhr, translation #13585323 by sundown
- Dieses hölzerne Portemonnaie ist aus einem einzigen Stück Walnuss gefertigt.This wood wallet is crafted from a single piece of walnut.This sentence illustrates how Walnuss is used when describing an object made from the wood.Tatoeba #11704116 by Yorwba, translation #10723416 by Cangarejo
- Ich esse gerne Walnüsse in meinem Salat.I enjoy eating walnuts in my salad.
- Unser Garten hat einen großen Walnussbaum.Our garden has a large walnut tree.
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Example conversation
Maximilian and Julia are baking a cake in the kitchen.
- MaximilianBrauchen wir eine Walnuss für den Teig?Do we need a walnut for the batter?
- JuliaJa, nimm bitte eine Walnuss aus der Schale.Yes, please take a walnut out of the shell.
- MaximilianIch finde keine einzelne Walnuss mehr.I can't find a single walnut anymore.
- JuliaSchau mal, hier liegt noch eine Walnuss.Look, there is still a walnut here.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “walnut” translations and entries Walnuss, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Walnuss, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
