A2Vocabulary
Stengel
stem (of a plant)
In German
Stengel
ˈʃtɛŋl̩
Don't Get Confused!
Looks like
stinger
In English means: "a sharp organ of an insect or animal, used to inject venom"
Actually means
Stengel
stem (of a plant)
Memory TipA 'Stengel' is a plant 'stem', not a painful 'stinger'. Hold the 'Stengel', avoid the 'stinger'.
Example Sentences
- 1
Der Stengel der Rose ist grün.
The stem of the rose is green.
- 2
Halte den Stengel vorsichtig fest.
Hold the stem carefully.
FAQ
How do you say "stem (of a plant)" in German?
"stem (of a plant)" in German is "Stengel" (ˈʃtɛŋl̩). Example: Der Stengel der Rose ist grün..