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Linde

linden tree

noun LIN-de Rare
Animals & Nature Plants

Also means

lime tree

Usage Note

Linde is feminine (die Linde). The lime tree holds a special place in German culture as a symbol of community and justice; many village squares (Dorfplatz) have a central Dorflinde, and the tree's fragrant flowers (Lindenblüten) are used for herbal tea.

Examples

"Unter der alten Linde trafen sich die Dorfbewohner."

Natural Translation

The villagers met under the old linden tree.

Literal Translation

Under the old linden tree met the village-dwellers.

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