English–German

“mushroom” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/pɪlts/

Example

Auf dem Markt kaufe ich oft Pilze.

I often buy mushrooms at the market.

Illustration for Pilz (mushroom)

How to say “mushroom” in German

“Mushroom” in German is Pilz.

A non-green, spore-forming organism seen as a mushroom, mold, or cause of a fungal infection.

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

Example sentences with Pilz

Beim Spaziergang entdeckte ich einen Pilz.

During a walk, I discovered a mushroom.

Tips for using Pilz

  • Pilz is broader than English mushroom, while compounds such as Schimmelpilz and Hautpilz specify mold and fungal infection.

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