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Preiselbeere

lingonberry

noun PRY-zel-bay-re Less Common
Food & Drink Fruits

Also means

cowberry

Usage Note

Preiselbeere is feminine; the tart red berries are classically served as a compote with game dishes and Wiener Schnitzel. They are smaller and sharper than cranberries.

Examples

"Zum Wildbraten reicht man oft Preiselbeeren."

Natural Translation

Lingonberries are often served with roast game.

Literal Translation

To-the game-roast serves one often lingonberries.

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