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Eiche

oak tree

noun EY-khe Rare
Animals & Nature Plants

Usage Note

Eiche is the German oak, long a cultural symbol of strength and endurance. The two main native species are Stieleiche (Quercus robur) and Traubeneiche (Quercus petraea). Acorns are Eicheln; the wood is Eichenholz.

Examples

"Die alte Eiche am Dorfrand soll angeblich über 400 Jahre alt sein."

Natural Translation

The old oak tree at the edge of the village is said to be over 400 years old.

Literal Translation

The old oak at the village edge shall allegedly be over 400 years old.

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