English–German

“brush” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbʏɐ̯stə/

Example

Ich brauche eine Bürste zum Putzen.

I need a brush for cleaning.

Illustration for Bürste (brush)

How to say “brush” in German

“Brush” in German is Bürste.

A handled cluster of firm or soft bristles works across surfaces, from scrubbing dirt away to arranging hair.

Full entry for Bürste: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Bürste

Sie entwirrt ihr Haar mit einer Bürste.

She detangles her hair with a brush.

Tips for using Bürste

  • Bürste is feminine, so the standard forms are die Bürste, eine Bürste, and mehrere Bürsten.

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