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)
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Memory TipA 'Stengel' is a plant 'stem', not a painful 'stinger'. Hold the 'Stengel', avoid the 'stinger'.

Example Sentences

  1. 1

    Der Stengel der Rose ist grün.

    The stem of the rose is green.

  2. 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..

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