English–German

“flour” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/meːl/

Example

Ich habe kein Mehl mehr.

I have no flour left.

Illustration for Mehl (flour)

How to say “flour” in German

“Flour” in German is Mehl.

A pale, soft powder left when grain is finely ground, ready to be mixed into dough or other food.

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

Example sentences with Mehl

Sieben Sie das Mehl, bevor Sie es verwenden.

Sift the flour before using it.

Tips for using Mehl

  • Mehl is a neuter mass noun, so its standard article is das, as in das Mehl; quantities use forms such as ein Kilo Mehl.

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