Ohrläppchen

earlobe

noun OHR-laep-khen Rare

Usage Note

Ohrläppchen is the small soft lobe at the bottom of the outer ear. Frequently mentioned in jewellery contexts (Ohrringe am Ohrläppchen) and in descriptions of ear piercings. Plural: Ohrläppchen.

Examples

"Sie trug goldene Creolen an den Ohrläppchen."

Natural Translation

She wore gold hoops on her earlobes.

Literal Translation

She wore golden creoles on the earlobes.

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