Blumenvase

flower vase

noun BLOO-men-vah-ze Rare

Origin: from Latin via French vase

Usage Note

Blumenvase is a vessel for holding flowers in water. Plural Blumenvasen. Flowers on the dining or coffee table are a cherished German domestic tradition. Different from Ziervas (purely decorative, no water).

Examples

"Die frischen Tulpen stehen in einer großen Blumenvase."

Natural Translation

The fresh tulips stand in a large flower vase.

Literal Translation

The fresh tulips stand in a large flower-vase.

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