English–German
“protein” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/pʁoteˈiːn/
Example
Der Körper braucht Proteine zum Aufbau der Muskeln.
The body needs protein to build muscle.
How to say “protein” in German
“Protein” in German is Protein.
A folded chain of amino acids that acts as a small biological tool, building structures, moving substances, or speeding chemical reactions.
Example sentences with Protein
Bei ausgewogener Ernährung deckt gewöhnliche Kost oft den Bedarf an Proteinen.
With a balanced diet, ordinary food often meets the need for protein.
Tips for using Protein
- German uses das Protein and the plural die Proteine, while English often treats protein as a mass noun when referring to the substance generally.