English–German

“herb” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/kʁaʊ̯t/

Example

Ich streue Kräuter über den Salat.

I sprinkle herbs over the salad.

Illustration for Kraut (herb)

How to say “herb” in German

“Herb” in German is Kraut.

A leafy plant or its leaves, ranging from a seasoning sprig to a cabbage head or an unwanted garden growth.

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

Example sentences with Kraut

Beim Zerreiben entfaltet das Kraut ein intensives Aroma.

When crushed, the herb releases an intense aroma.

Tips for using Kraut

  • Kraut is neuter: das Kraut; the common plural Kräuter refers to individual herbs, while Kraut can also refer to cabbage as a mass noun.

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