English–German
“bite mark” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/bɪs/
Example
Auf dem Apfel war ein kleiner Biss zu sehen.
There was a small bite mark on the apple.
How to say “bite mark” in German
“Bite mark” in German is Biss.
Teeth leave a small gap in an apple or a visible impression in skin, with the same action producing either result.
Example sentences with Biss
Der Hund hinterließ einen klaren Biss an meinem Bein.
The dog left a clear bite mark on my leg.
Tips for using Biss
- For a wound, German often uses Biss in compounds such as Hundebiss or Bisswunde, which makes the source or injury explicit.