Gewürznelke

clove (spice)

noun guh-VUERTZ-nel-kuh Rare

Usage Note

Gewürznelke is the dried flower bud used as a spice, distinct from Nelke (carnation flower) by its qualifier Gewürz-. Used in mulled wine, marinades, and baked goods; a powerful spice that should be used sparingly.

Examples

"Für den Weihnachtspunsch werden Gewürznelken und Kardamom verwendet."

Natural Translation

Cloves and cardamom are used for the Christmas punch.

Literal Translation

For the Christmas-punch are spice-cloves and cardamom used.

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