English–German

“jaw” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈkiːfɐ/

Example

Sein Kiefer tut weh.

His jaw hurts.

Illustration for Kiefer (jaw)

How to say “jaw” in German

“Jaw” in German is Kiefer.

A hinged bony frame surrounds the teeth, while the same word can also name a tall evergreen tree.

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

Example sentences with Kiefer

Beim Öffnen des Mundes bemerkte sie ein Knacken im Kiefer.

When she opened her mouth, she noticed a clicking in her jaw.

Tips for using Kiefer

  • The jaw sense is feminine and has the plural Kiefer, whereas the pine sense usually has the plural Kiefern.

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