In German
Karotte
Meaning: carrot
Formal or informal? “Die Karotte” is the everyday word. In parts of Germany, “die Möhre” is more common, so you may hear both.
Example sentences
DieKarotteistorangeundgesund.
The carrot is orange and healthy.
DieHasenessengernKarotten.
The rabbits like to eat carrots.
IchkocheeineSuppemitKarotten.
I cook a soup with carrots.
Grammar note
“Die Karotte” is feminine. The plural is “die Karotten”, with an -n ending.
Common mistake
Don't say “Carotte” or “Karotte” with a French or English spelling. The German spelling is “Karotte”, and “Möhre” is a regional alternative.
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What is another German word for carrot?
“Die Möhre”, more common in some regions.
What is the plural of “Karotte”?
“Karotten”.