English–German

“moss” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/moːs/

Example

Im Wald wächst viel Moos.

A lot of moss grows in the forest.

Illustration for Moos (moss)

How to say “moss” in German

“Moss” in German is Moos.

Thin green growth covers wet rocks and tree trunks, and informal speech shifts the image to money as something that can accumulate in a layer or heap.

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

Example sentences with Moos

Nach dem Regen war die Gartenmauer vom Moos befreit.

After the rain, the garden wall was free of moss.

Tips for using Moos

  • The money sense is informal and regional or generational variation is possible, so Geld is the neutral choice in formal or unfamiliar contexts.

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