English–German

“salt” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/zalts/

Example

Die Menge des Salzes ist zu hoch.

The amount of salt is too high.

Illustration for Salz (salt)

How to say “salt” in German

“Salt” in German is Salz.

A small white mineral crystal that sharpens flavor and helps keep food from spoiling.

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

Example sentences with Salz

Für die Suppe nehme ich eine Prise Salz.

For the soup, I use a pinch of salt.

Tips for using Salz

  • Salz is neuter, so the definite article is das; its genitive form is Salzes, as in Die Menge des Salzes ist zu hoch.

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