English–German

“onion” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtsviːbl̩/

Example

Ich schneide eine Zwiebel.

I'm cutting an onion.

Illustration for Zwiebel (onion)

How to say “onion” in German

“Onion” in German is Zwiebel.

An edible round bulb with tight, peelable layers, used raw or cooked to add flavor to food.

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

Example sentences with Zwiebel

Beim Anbraten wird die Zwiebel goldbraun und süßlich.

When sautéed, the onion turns golden brown and slightly sweet.

Tips for using Zwiebel

  • Zwiebel is feminine, so its basic form is die Zwiebel and its plural is die Zwiebeln.

“onion” in other languages