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Sternfrucht

starfruit, carambola

noun SHTAIRN-frookht Rare
Food & Drink Fruits

Usage Note

Sternfrucht (also Karambole) is named for its star-shaped cross-section. The waxy yellow fruit has a crisp texture with a sweet-tart flavour. Used decoratively in fruit platters and salads.

Examples

"In Scheiben geschnitten sieht die Sternfrucht dekorativ aus."

Natural Translation

Cut into slices, the starfruit looks decorative.

Literal Translation

In slices cut looks the starfruit decorative.

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