Weintraube

grape; bunch of grapes

noun VINE-trow-beh Rare

Usage Note

Weintraube refers to a single grape or a bunch; in everyday speech Germans also say Traube. Seedless varieties (kernlose Trauben) are increasingly popular for snacking. Not to be confused with Rosine (raisin).

Examples

"Sie legte eine Weintraube auf den Käseteller."

Natural Translation

She placed a grape on the cheese board.

Literal Translation

She placed a grape on the cheese plate.

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