English–German

“meat” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/flaɪ̯ʃ/

Example

Der Geruch des Fleisches ist stark.

The meat has a strong smell.

Illustration for Fleisch (meat)

How to say “meat” in German

“Meat” in German is Fleisch.

A piece of animal muscle and fat becomes food when cut from the body, while the same living tissue is flesh on a body.

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

Example sentences with Fleisch

Am Wochenende kaufen wir Fleisch beim Metzger.

At the weekend, we buy meat from the butcher.

Tips for using Fleisch

  • Fleisch is neuter, so the definite article is das; its genitive singular is des Fleisches.

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